Which of the following is an example of people creating their own nonnormative life event?
A. Pablo, a 72-year-old, begins training to climb Mount Everest.
B. Tina, a 14-year-old, travels to Europe during her summer vacation.
C. Natasha, a 11-year-old, begins learning to sketch.
D. Sam, a 24-year-old, loses his right arm in an accident in his factory.
Answer: A
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