A 14-year-old girl with Turner syndrome (45,X) is evaluated for short stature and primary amenorrhea. On examination, the structure marked **A** (webbed neck) is noted along with low posterior hairline, shield chest, and cubitus valgus. Which of the following best explains the pathophysiology underlying the webbed neck and other skeletal dysmorphology seen in this patient?
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