Karlie was planning out her future. She told her mother that she is going to graduate high school at age 18, go to college and graduate at age 22, and go to medical school and become a doctor at the age of 27 or 28. She is going to get married right after she completes her residency and have her first baby at age 30. Karlie is describing:

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Karlie is describing the social clock, which refers to society's expectations and norms about the timing of life events, such as finishing education, getting a job, getting married, and having children. She has a specific timeline in mind that is in line with societal expectations for her age and educational background.

Karlie Was Planning Out Her Future