Why are adolescents more likely than adults to make risky decisions?
a. They consistently underestimate the dangers of a risky decision
b. They have difficulty weighing the pros and cons of a possible choice.
c. Their corpus callosum is not yet mature.
d. They often decide impulsively under peer pressure.
d
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false