The periods of early childhood are defined for the most part by _____________, whereas the period of early adulthood is defined for the most part by ___________.
A) social milestones such as learning to love parents; physical milestones such as menopause
B) physical milestones such as learning to walk; social milestones such as getting married
C) chronological age; biological age
D) biological age; chronological age

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As noted in the text, the events marking the major transitions from one stage to the next within adulthood are less closely tied to chronological age or specific biological events, such as the rapid brain maturation that occurs in infancy or the maturation of sexual functions in adolescence. Rather, the major markers within adulthood are more closely linked to personal, social, and cultural forces or events-such as getting married, starting a job or career, or having a child.

The Periods of Early Childhood Are Defined for the Most