George was not very motivated through his adolescent years.Now that he is 23 years old and eagerly awaiting the birth of his first child; however,he seems to have made a commitment to a more positive future.According to Masten and her colleagues
A)George will probably revert to his old ways once the baby is no longer a novelty.
B)the coming baby changed George's motivation as he moves into emerging adulthood.
C)George is atypical of most emerging adults who were unmotivated as adolescents.
D)None of these choices are correct.

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Masten and her colleagues suggest that entering emerging adulthood (ages 18-25) is a time of increased motivation and striving for competence, which may explain why George has made a commitment to change with the impending birth of his child. Therefore, it is likely that the coming of the baby changed George's motivation as he moves into emerging adulthood. Option A is incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest that George will revert to his old ways once the baby is no longer a novelty. Option C is also incorrect as George's experience is not being compared to other emerging adults who were unmotivated as adolescents.

George Was Not Very Motivated Through His Adolescent Years