Steinberg Examined the Role of Peer Presence on Adolescent Risk

Steinberg examined the role of peer presence on adolescent risk taking behavior. Which statement correctly summarizes his finding?

A) Compared to adults, adolescents are more likely to engage in riskier behavior when they think they are alone.
B) Adolescents are more likely to engage in riskier behavior when they thought a peer was watching them.
C) Adults are more prone to risk taking for an immediate reward, whereas adolescents are more likely to risk take when around peers.
D) Both adults and adolescents were more likely to engage in risk behavior for a monetary reward, but only if they had previous experience with the task.
E) Adults are more likely to engage in riskier behavior than teens when alone and not being judged by other adults.