U.S. culture, adults in their early 20s are expected to marry, start families, establish themselves in jobs or careers, and settle themselves in separate households; 45-year-olds are expected to be launching their children into independence, to be reaching the peak of their careers, and to be caring for their own aging parents. Such expectations illustrate which concept?

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These expectations illustrate the concept of shared experiences, as they reflect common societal norms and milestones that individuals in specific age groups are expected to experience in U.S. culture.

US Culture, Adults in Their Early 20s Are Expected to Marry