Question 1

The time period of emerging adulthood is more likely to be seen in which of the following countries?

Accepted Answer

The concept of emerging adulthood is mostly observed in developed and industrialized countries such as the United States, Australia, and Japan. The other countries listed are less likely to have a distinct period of emerging adulthood due to societal, economic, and cultural factors.

Question 2

The time period of emerging adulthood is more likely to be seen in ____.

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is more likely to be seen in developed countries where young people have more opportunities to explore different paths in life such as education, employment, and relationships. Developing countries may have more traditional and rigid social norms that limit the choices of young people, and collective cultures value group harmony over individualistic pursuits which may not allow for the exploration and experimentation that is characteristic of emerging adulthood.

Question 3

Which of the following emerging adults have a high degree of pressure to develop an identity that places an emphasis on obligation to parents and others?

Accepted Answer

Asian culture places a strong emphasis on fulfilling obligations to parents and family members, which can lead to a higher degree of pressure for developing an identity that reflects those values. European, North American, and Australian cultures may also place some emphasis on family obligations, but not to the same extent as Asian cultures.

Question 4

What is required for emerging adulthood to exist?

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is a developmental period from the late teens to mid-to-late 20s characterized by exploration, instability, and self-focus. A key feature of emerging adulthood is delaying marriage and parenthood. Therefore, a relatively high median age of entering marriage and parenthood is required for this stage of life to exist. The other options - high interest rates, a population exceeding 150 million, and a large male-to-female ratio - are not relevant factors for the existence of emerging adulthood.

Question 5

You overhear your brother,who is 32,talking to his friends who are about the same age as he is.They are speaking about how they feel about adulthood.The consensus is that they all felt like adults around what age?

Accepted Answer

Based on the conversation, the consensus among the group is that they all felt like adults when they were around 30 years old.

Question 6

At which of the following time periods of life is one likely to see a peak in grip strength,cardiac output,maximum oxygen uptake,and bone density?

Accepted Answer

In the 20s, individuals typically reach their physical peak in terms of grip strength, cardiac output, maximum oxygen uptake, and bone density. After the 20s, these physical attributes generally start to decline gradually.

Question 7

In the United States and Europe the most important criteria is for becoming an adult is ____,whereas in Asia it is ____.

Accepted Answer

In the United States and Europe, becoming financially independent is a key factor in becoming an adult, whereas in many Asian cultures, the ability to support one's parents financially is traditionally seen as a key responsibility of adulthood.

Question 8

In one national survey of 18- to 24-year-olds in the United States,nearly all-96%-agreed with the statement: ____.

Accepted Answer

The statement "I am very sure that someday I will get to where I want to be in life" is the most likely statement that 18- to 24-year-olds would agree with, as they are at a stage in life where they are still exploring and developing their goals and ambitions. This statement reflects optimism and confidence in their future prospects. The other statements are less likely to be universally agreed upon by this age group.

Question 9

In a national survey of 18- to 24-year-olds (Hornblower,1997),what percentage agree with the statement "I am very sure that someday I will get to where I want to be in life?"

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

In the United States,which of the following is the most cited criterion as a marker of adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Financial independence is often seen as a marker of adulthood in the United States. This includes being able to support oneself financially without the help of parents or guardians. Other factors such as emotional and cognitive maturity, behavioral and spiritual maturity, and supporting one's parents financially may be important for some individuals, but they are not as commonly cited as financial independence.

Question 11

In Asia,which of the following is the most cited criterion as a marker of adulthood?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which of the following regions of the world has the longest and most leisurely experience for emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Europe is known for having a longer and more leisurely experience for emerging adulthood, with many young adults attending university and taking gap years before entering the workforce or pursuing further education. This is in contrast to other regions, such as Southeast Asia, where there is often more pressure to enter the workforce immediately after completing education.

Question 13

In developing countries,in what areas is emerging adulthood most likely to be experienced?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

The time period of emerging adulthood is more likely to be a part of ____,and absent in ____.

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is a phase that typically occurs in developed countries where individuals have the resources and societal support to explore their identities and delay traditional adult roles such as marriage and career. In undeveloped countries, economic and social pressures often necessitate earlier transitions into adult responsibilities.

Question 15

____ reflects the ability of the body to take in oxygen and transport it to various organs.

Accepted Answer

Maximum oxygen uptake, also known as VO2 max, is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen that a person can utilize during exercise. It reflects the ability of the body to take in oxygen and transport it to various organs.

Question 16

Your developmental class is having an interesting discussion about what it means to be an adult.Most of the class includes individuals who are emerging adults.What is the consensus of your class? The most important marker for adulthood is ____.

Accepted Answer

Financial independence is the most important marker of adulthood because it allows individuals to take care of themselves, make important decisions, and take responsibility for their actions. While getting married or having children can be significant life events, they do not necessarily define adulthood as individuals can still be financially dependent on others even when they are married or have children. Supporting parents financially may also be important, but it is not a universal marker of adulthood and may not apply to all individuals.

Question 17

You are talking to your roommate who is European and you ask about when people in Europe expect to get married and to start a family.How does your roommate respond? The median age when people in most European countries enter marriage and parenthood is ____.

Accepted Answer

In most European countries, the median age when people enter marriage and parenthood is near 30.

Question 18

Your developmental class is having an interesting discussion about what it means to be an adult.Most of the class includes individuals who are emerging adults from various Asian countries.What is the consensus of your class? The most important marker for adulthood is ____.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

In America,which of the following time periods has the greatest degree of residential change or changing where a person lives?

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is a time of significant residential change as young adults typically move out of their parents' home, attend college or start their careers, and may move again for job opportunities or personal reasons. The other time periods listed may also include some residential change, but not to the same degree as emerging adulthood.

Question 20

Cardiac output peaks in which of the following time periods of life?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 9: Emerging Adulthood