Question

which of the following is a true statement about the risk of getting an sti as a teen?
a. teens are more vulnerable to contracting an sti because their immune systems are younger
and therefore more resilient.
b. teens are more vulnerable to contracting an sti because their bodies are less
developed than adults.
c. teens are more vulnerable to contracting an sti because they participate in less risky
behaviors than adults.
d. teens are more vulnerable to contracting an sti because they make up less of the total
population in relation to adults.
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

• Option A: A more resilient immune system would not make teens more vulnerable. This is incorrect.
• Option B: Teenagers' bodies (especially reproductive organs) are less developed. For example, the cervical epithelium in teens may be more susceptible to infection compared to adults. This is correct.
• Option C: Teens often engage in more risky behaviors (e.g., unprotected sex) rather than less. This is incorrect.
• Option D: Population proportion has no relation to vulnerability. This is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Teens are more vulnerable to contracting an STI because their bodies are less developed than adults.