Video Activity Part V.1: Dr. Kuther's Chalk Talks Part V: AdolescenceClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 311, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Lyle and Michelle are the parents of 10-year-old Teagan. As their son will soon transition to adolescence, they are fearful about how he will handle peer pressure. They are concerned about drinking, drug abuse, and early sexual behavior, just to name a few. Which of the following statements about Lyle and Michelle's concerns is true?
A. By age 14, most adolescents have had at least one sexual experience, and many have already tried alcohol and drugs.
B. They have nothing to worry about. Experimentation with sex, drugs, and alcohol is normative behavior and rarely leads to negative consequences.
C. Contrary to what many parents believe, American teenagers tend to feel the greatest pressure from peers to conform to day-to-day activities and personal choices, such as appearance and music.
D. For now, their concerns about peer pressure are unwarranted. Peer pressure does not peak until late adolescence.
Answer: C
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