Which of the following individuals is most likely to increase their level of risk-taking in the presence of their friends

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Adolescents, like the 17-year-old boy, have shown to be influenced by their peers and are more likely to engage in risk-taking behaviors when in the presence of their friends. Research suggests that peer influence decreases with age, which would make it less likely for the 24-year-old woman and 32-year-old man to engage in risky behavior in front of their friends compared to when they were adolescents. The 5-year-old girl's cognitive development may not be developed enough to understand the concept of risk-taking, especially in a social context.

Which of the Following Individuals Is Most Likely to Increase