Which statement describes Tanner Stage 5 in females?

Which statement describes Tanner Stage 5 in females?

• A. Fully formed breasts with the areola recessed, pubic hair in adult quantity
• B. Breasts form mounds with areolar
• C. No breast budding and no pubic hair
• D. Small breast buds, Fine pubic hair

Answer: (A)

Tanner stage 5 in females represents full maturation of breast tissue and adult pubic hair pattern. At this stage the breasts have reached their adult size and contour, and the areola recedes to blend with the surrounding breast tissue rather than forming a distinct mound. Pubic hair appears in the adult distribution and quantity, completing the mature picture. Earlier stages show progressive signs—breast buds and growth without full contour, the development forming a secondary mound with the nipple/areola, and then finally the mature form with the recessed areola and adult pubic hair.

Tanner stage 5 in females represents full maturation of breast tissue and adult pubic hair pattern. At this stage the breasts have reached their adult size and contour, and the areola recedes to blend with the surrounding breast tissue rather than forming a distinct mound. Pubic hair appears in the adult distribution and quantity, completing the mature picture. Earlier stages show progressive signs—breast buds and growth without full contour, the development forming a secondary mound with the nipple/areola, and then finally the mature form with the recessed areola and adult pubic hair.