According to Jeffery Arnett, a key characteristic of emerging adulthood (the period from about age 18 to the mid-20’s) in the United States is that individuals
a. are able to resolve their career paths once and for all.
b. do not go through identity exploration any more.
c. seek to live independently of their parents.
d. generally form a romantic relationship and start a family.
Answer: c. identity achievement.
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The video deficit effect
A) increases around age 3. B) is strongest when toddlers view interactive videos. C) declines around age 2½. D) is strongest when videos are rich in social cues.
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A. validate B. statistically adjust C. replicate D. explain
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