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Chapter 15, Problem 8MC

If anterior pituitary secretion is deficient in a growing child, the child will (a) develop acromegaly, (b) become a dwarf but have fairly normal body proportions, (c) mature sexually at an earlier than normal age, (d) be in constant danger of becoming dehydrated.

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If anterior pituitary secretion is deficient in a growing child, the child will (a) develop acromegaly, (b) become a dwarf but have fairly normal body proportions, (c) mature sexually at an earlier than normal age, (d) be in constant danger of becoming dehydrated.

Solution Summary: The author explains that acromegaly is caused by the excess release of the hormones from the pituitary.

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