Question 1

Across developing countries,what is the leading cause of death during emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death in emerging adulthood (ages 15-29) in developing countries, accounting for more deaths than cardiovascular disease, cancer, or infections. This is due to factors such as inadequate infrastructure, unsafe driving practices, and lack of access to medical care.

Question 2

A very large study (Roenneberg et al.,2007)of 55,00 Europeans from childhood through late adulthood found that eveningness peaked at what age?

Accepted Answer

The study by Roenneberg et al. (2007) found that the preference for eveningness, or being more active and alert in the evening, peaked at around 20 to 21 years of age. This is consistent with the understanding that young adults tend to have later sleep schedules compared to children or older adults.

Question 3

In the United States,young people aged ____ have the highest rates of automobile accidents,injuries,and fatalities of any age group.

Accepted Answer

Statistically, young people aged 16-24 have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities. These young drivers lack driving experience and tend to engage in riskier behaviors such as speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is important for young drivers to prioritize safe driving practices to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities in this age group.

Question 4

What is the program in which young people obtain driving privileges gradually,contingent on a safe driving record?

Accepted Answer

Graduated Driver Licensing is the program in which young people obtain driving privileges gradually, contingent on a safe driving record. This allows them to gain driving experience under less risky conditions before advancing to higher levels of licensing.

Question 5

Which of the following best explains why the United States has a higher rate of death for emerging adults from motor vehicle accidents than other Western countries?

Accepted Answer

The United States typically has a lower minimum driving age and greater access to automobiles compared to other Western countries, contributing to higher rates of motor vehicle accidents among emerging adults.

Question 6

Which of the following are two interventions that can reduce the rate of automobile accidents and fatalities for young drivers?

Accepted Answer

Increased mandatory drivers' education and a period of restricted license driving are two interventions that can reduce the rate of automobile accidents and fatalities for young drivers. This approach provides opportunities for young drivers to gain more experience on the road with restrictions and also educates them about safe driving practices. Law enforcement monitoring in choice A may not necessarily prevent accidents, and increased probationary time in choice C may not be as effective as mandatory education and restricted driving. While increased automobile safety in choice D is important, it does not directly address the behavior of young drivers.

Question 7

Which of the following are two major contributing factors of why young drivers have a greater incidence of accidents and deaths?

Accepted Answer

Statistics have consistently shown that young drivers have a greater incidence of accidents and deaths compared to other age groups. This can be attributed to two major contributing factors, namely inexperience and risk-taking behaviors. Young drivers lack the experience in various driving situations, and they tend to take more risks while driving, including speeding, driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, and not wearing seat belts.

Question 8

You are very angry with your brother,who is in a fraternity in college.After speaking with him,he confessed that he has driven several times during the past few months while he was intoxicated,but insists that most of his friends do it,too.What percentage of college students report having driven intoxicated within the past year?

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are very angry with your brother,who...

Question 9

At the time of the accident,drivers aged 21 to 24 involved in fatal accidents are most likely to have been ____.

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, drivers aged 21 to 24 involved in fatal accidents are most likely to have been driving while intoxicated.

Question 10

Young people are less likely than older drivers to wear seat belts.In serious car crashes,occupants not wearing seat belts are ____ likely to be killed and ____ as likely to be injured compared with those wearing seat belts.

Accepted Answer

According to the information provided, occupants not wearing seat belts are "twice as likely to be killed and three times as likely to be injured compared with those wearing seat belts." Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Question 11

What are the restraints on behavior imposed by social obligations and relationships called?

Accepted Answer

Restraints on behavior imposed by social obligations and relationships are known as social control. Social control is the process by which individuals and groups regulate and constrain behavior in order to promote conformity to established norms and values. It can be exerted through formal mechanisms, such as laws and regulations, or informal mechanisms, such as peer pressure and socialization.

Question 12

Which of the following is a leading cause of death for emerging adults?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death for emerging adults (ages 18-25) in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2019, motor vehicle accidents accounted for nearly 17,000 deaths in this age group. Cancer, suicide, and accidental falls are also causes of death for emerging adults, but they do not surpass motor vehicle injuries in frequency.

Question 13

In the United States which of the following groups have the highest rates of automobile accidents,injuries,and fatalities of any age group?

Accepted Answer

Adolescents and emerging adults have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group in the United States. They are more likely to engage in risky behaviors such as speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence. Additionally, they have less experience and are more likely to underestimate the risks of driving.

Question 14

Young people are less likely than older drivers to wear seat belts.In a serious automobile accident,occupants not wearing seat belts are ____.

Accepted Answer

Occupants not wearing seat belts are twice as likely to be killed in a serious automobile accident. This is because seat belts help to restrain the body and reduce the risk of impact with the car's interior or ejection from the vehicle. Option B is incorrect because being thrown from the car is actually more dangerous and increases the risk of serious injury or death. Option C is also incorrect because wearing a seat belt does not affect survival in a water crash, and Option D is not relevant to the question.

Question 15

Your roommate seems to have a bit of a problem with time management and ends up studying all night for an exam or writing a paper.She usually tells you that she did great on her exam after studying all night.From your knowledge,is she accurate in her assessment? Students who pull all-nighters generally perform ____.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that pulling all-nighters can actually harm performance and lead to lower test scores or lower quality work. Therefore, the statement that your roommate did great after studying all night may not be accurate.

Question 16

Nearly ____ of American college students report driving while intoxicated within the past year.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 50% of American college students report driving while intoxicated within the past year. This demonstrates the serious issue of alcohol-related incidents among college students and the need for education and prevention efforts.

Question 17

Which of the following interventions have been shown to have the greatest effect on reducing automobile injuries and fatalities for young drivers in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Graduated driver licensing has been shown to have the greatest effect on reducing automobile injuries and fatalities for young drivers in the United States. This program gradually introduces young drivers to driving over time with certain restrictions and requirements, reducing their risk of crashing due to lack of experience or poor decision-making. Mandatory driver's education and parental monitoring are components of graduated driver licensing programs, but do not have the same level of effectiveness on their own. Increasing the minimum driving age may also reduce crashes, but research on this intervention is less conclusive.

Question 18

Your roommate seems to have a bit of a problem with time management and ends up studying all night for an exam or writing a paper.Is this unusual behavior for a college student?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that approximately 60% of college students have pulled an all-nighter at least once during their academic career. Therefore, it is not unusual behavior for a college student to stay up all night studying or writing a paper. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they suggest that this behavior is uncommon, which is not supported by evidence.

Question 19

In the United States,who has the highest rates of automobile accidents,injuries,and fatalities of any age group?

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drivers between the ages of 16 and 24 have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group in the United States. Inexperience, overconfidence, and risky driving behavior are contributing factors to the high rates of accidents among this age group.

Question 20

Which of the following individuals are more likely to drive at excess speeds,follow too closely to other vehicles,violate traffic signs and signals,and take more risks while driving a motorized vehicle?

Accepted Answer

According to research, males in their early 20s are more likely to engage in risky driving behaviors such as speeding, following too closely, and violating traffic rules, compared to female drivers or drivers in other age groups.

Quiz 9: Emerging Adulthood