At what age do most women go through menopause?

At what age do most women go through menopause?

• A. 40-45
• B. 45-50
• C. 50-55
• D. 55-60

Answer: (B)

Menopause is reached when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, signaling the end of natural childbearing. The age at which this occurs varies, but most women go through menopause in the late 40s to early 50s, with the average around 51. Among the given ranges, 45-50 best captures where the majority begin menopause, since it sits in the central portion of that pattern. Some women experience it a bit earlier or later, but earlier or later ranges would miss many who fall into 45-50.

Menopause is reached when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, signaling the end of natural childbearing. The age at which this occurs varies, but most women go through menopause in the late 40s to early 50s, with the average around 51. Among the given ranges, 45-50 best captures where the majority begin menopause, since it sits in the central portion of that pattern. Some women experience it a bit earlier or later, but earlier or later ranges would miss many who fall into 45-50.