What is the second paradox of adolescence proposed by Dahl?
A)Even though adolescents are not as strong as adults, they try to act like they are.
B)Even though adolescents are not as smart as adults they try to act like they are.
C)Even though adolescents are stronger than children, they still sustain more injuries than them.
D)Even though adolescents are capable of reasoning like adults, they often make rash and emotional decisions.

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The second paradox of adolescence highlights the discrepancy between adolescents' cognitive capabilities, which are similar to adults, and their frequent engagement in impulsive or emotionally driven decisions, despite their ability to reason effectively.

What Is the Second Paradox of Adolescence Proposed by Dahl