How does the body typically respond to the growth spurt during adolescence?

Balanced growth of all body parts

Rapid growth in height and changes in body shape

Decrease in muscle definition

No noticeable changes

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B. Rapid growth in height and changes in body shape

The body responds with rapid growth in height and noticeable changes in body shape, known as a growth spurt.

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