Question 1

During adolescence, dietary quality tends to:&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;remain the same&#10;B)&#8203;increase&#10;C) &#8203;decline&#10;D) &#8203;develop

Accepted Answer

During adolescence, dietary quality tends to decline due to various reasons such as increased snacking, convenience foods, eating out, and decreased intake of fruits and vegetables. Additionally, there is a tendency to consume more high-fat and high-sugar foods, which can lead to negative health outcomes in the long run.

Question 2

At what age do many adolescents lose some of their self-confidence?&#10;A)12&#8203;&#10;B)&#8203;13-14&#10;C) &#8203;15-16&#10;D) &#8203;17-18

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Sleep problems and daytime sleepiness are most apparent when adolescents are exposed to: &#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;poor nutrition&#10;B)&#8203;poverty and violence&#10;C) &#8203;family discontent&#10;D) &#8203;school-related stress

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Which of the following is a major cause of preventable illness and death?&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;tobacco use&#10;B)&#8203;unlicensed motorized transportation&#10;C) &#8203;delinquency&#10;D) &#8203;use of illegal substances

Accepted Answer

Tobacco use is a major cause of preventable illness and death, accounting for an estimated 480,000 deaths per year in the United States alone. Unlicensed motorized transportation and delinquency do not have a direct correlation with preventable illness and death, and the use of illegal substances may contribute to preventable illness and death but is not the leading cause.

Question 5

Popular students are less likely to use alcohol and nicotine.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that popular students are often more likely to use alcohol and nicotine due to peer influence and social norms within their groups.

Question 6

Adolescents lack the ability to feel self-conscious.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

Adolescents are actually very self-conscious, as they are undergoing a period of intense self-exploration and identity formation. They may be especially prone to social anxiety and worry about how their actions and appearance are perceived by others.

Question 7

_____ allows adolescents to learn more complex information and use multiple skills to solve problems.&#8203;

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The answer of _____ allows adolescents to learn more complex...

Question 8

Which of the following is characterized by hopelessness that affects daily functioning? &#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;depression&#10;B)&#8203;oppositional defiant disorder&#10;C) &#8203;conduct disorder&#10;D) &#8203;antisocial behaviors

Accepted Answer

Depression is characterized by feelings of hopelessness, sadness, and loss of interest in daily activities. It affects daily functioning and can lead to social, occupational, and physical problems. Oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, and antisocial behaviors do not necessarily involve feelings of hopelessness.

Question 9

Which of Marcia's identity formation stages includes no identity commitment?&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;identity diffusion&#10;B)&#8203;identity foreclosure&#10;C) &#8203;identity moratorium&#10;D) &#8203;identity achievement

Accepted Answer

Identity diffusion is the stage in which an individual has not made any commitment to an identity, nor explored any identity options. They may feel confused or indifferent about their identity and may not have a clear sense of direction in life. In contrast, the other stages involve some level of commitment or exploration of identity options. Identity foreclosure involves making a commitment without exploring other options, while identity moratorium involves exploring different options without making a commitment. Identity achievement involves both exploration and commitment, resulting in a strong sense of identity.

Question 10

At what age does self-esteem usually return?&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;12&#10;B)&#8203;13-14&#10;C) &#8203;15-16&#10;D) &#8203;17-18

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem typically returns around ages 17-18, as adolescents gain a better sense of identity and self-confidence.

Question 11

Which of the following refers to the ability to attend to relevant information and make connections to other knowledge?&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;deductive reasoning&#10;B)&#8203;complex problem solving&#10;C) &#8203;analogical reasoning&#10;D) &#8203;drawing conclusions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following refers to the...

Question 12

Which of the following refers to the ability to test hypotheses and make inferences? &#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;deductive reasoning&#10;B)&#8203;complex problem solving&#10;C) &#8203;analogical reasoning&#10;D) &#8203;drawing conclusions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following refers to the...

Question 13

_____ compete with adolescent sleep.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ compete with adolescent sleep.&#8203;...

Question 14

Most late adolescents attain a sense of calm and purpose.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most late adolescents attain a sense of...

Question 15

Lack of social connections and limited friendship competence is related to future problems with _____.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lack of social connections and limited friendship...

Question 16

Which of Marcia's identity formation stages shows adolescents making decisions based on personal terms?&#8203;&#10;A)&#8203;identity diffusion&#10;B)&#8203;identity foreclosure&#10;C) &#8203;identity moratorium&#10;D) &#8203;identity achievement

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of Marcia's identity formation stages shows...

Deck 11: Parenting Middle and Late Adolescent Children