Question 1

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

Studies have shown that occupants not wearing seat belts are twice as likely to be killed in a serious automobile accident than those who do wear seat belts. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they are not supported by research or statistical evidence.

Question 2

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 statistics, young males (particularly those between ages 16-25) are more likely to engage in risky driving behaviors compared to other demographics.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Inexperience and risk-taking behaviors are two major contributing factors of why young drivers have a greater incidence of accidents and deaths. This is partly due to the fact that young drivers may not have as much experience on the road or in certain driving situations, and they may also be more likely to engage in risky or impulsive driving behaviors.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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 referred to as social control. This can include both formal mechanisms, such as laws and institutions, and informal mechanisms, such as social norms and expectations. Social control serves to regulate behavior and maintain order within a society.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle injuries are a leading cause of death for emerging adults, particularly those between the ages of 18 and 24. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2017, motor vehicle accidents accounted for 28% of deaths among 15 to 24-year-olds. Suicide and accidental falls are also significant causes of death for this age group, but not as prevalent as motor vehicle accidents. Cancer is generally less common in emerging adults and is more commonly associated with older age groups.

Question 8

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 licensing system gradually increases driving privileges for novice drivers, providing them with more experience and training before they gain full, unrestricted driving privileges. Additional interventions such as mandatory driver's education, increasing the minimum driving age, and parental monitoring may also contribute to safer driving practices, but have shown to be less effective overall compared to graduated driver licensing.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death during emerging adulthood in developing countries, accounting for a higher rate of deaths than cardiovascular disease, cancer, or infections. This is primarily due to the lack of road safety measures and poor enforcement of traffic laws in many developing countries.

Question 10

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 effective interventions to reduce the rate of automobile accidents and fatalities for young drivers. This allows young drivers to gain experience driving in different conditions and under supervision before receiving a full license. Law enforcement monitoring and increased probationary time for a learner's permit may also help, but they may not be as effective as the first choice. Increased automobile safety and laws that require all occupants of a vehicle to wear a seat belt are important safety measures but may not directly address the issue of young driver accidents and fatalities.

Question 11

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

According to a study by the University of St. Thomas, around 60% of college students have reported pulling an all-nighter at least once. Therefore, it is not unusual for a college student to study all night or write a paper last minute.

Question 12

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

Studies have shown that pulling all-nighters generally leads to decreased cognitive abilities and memory consolidation, resulting in worse performance than initially anticipated. Therefore, it is unlikely that the roommate is accurately assessing her performance after studying all night.

Question 13

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 a higher rate of motor vehicle accidents among emerging adults.

Question 14

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 statement, 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. The best choice that matches this description is option B.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Graduated driver licensing is a program in which young people obtain driving privileges gradually, contingent on a safe driving record. Option A, safety sure licensing, is not a commonly known program. Option C, driver's education licensing, refers to a course one takes to learn how to drive, but does not refer to a program that gradually grants driving privileges. Option D, automobile knowledge and skills licensing, may refer to a test one takes to prove their knowledge and driving ability but is not a program that gradually grants driving privileges.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

According to a survey conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 50% of American college students report driving while intoxicated within the past year.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The study by Rosenneberg et al. (2007) found that eveningness, or the tendency to stay up late and wake up late, peaks around the ages of 20 to 21 years.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drivers aged 16 to 24 have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group. This is due to factors such as inexperience, risk-taking behavior, and distracted driving.

Question 19

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. This is due to factors such as inexperience, risk-taking behaviors, and distracted driving.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, young people aged 16-24 have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group in the United States.

Quiz 9: Emerging Adulthood