Bowdie used to be a model child, but since he hit puberty, he's been getting into trouble and was recently suspended from school. His frantic parents ask, "Is my son destined for problems as an adult?" According to the text, what is the BEST reply?
A) "Sorry, yes. The way kids behave as teens offers a good preview of their adult life, so you need to take action now and in the future, too."
B) "There is a reasonable chance he'll be fine. The fact that your son is only getting into trouble at this life stage suggests this may be adolescent-limited turmoil."
C) "Don't worry. Children who act out as adolescents always end up just fine, so just hang in and endure these next few years."
D) "Sorry, yes-but only because your child is a boy."

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The best answer is B because it acknowledges that Bowdie's behavior may be a normal part of adolescent development rather than a sign of serious problems to come. It also offers some hope that he may outgrow this behavior and become a well-adjusted adult. None of the other options provide a balanced or accurate assessment of Bowdie's situation.

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