This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Research has shown that compared to adults, adolescents are ________ of the risks and consequences ... (Read 163 times)

khang

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 569
on: Jun 22, 2018
Research has shown that compared to adults, adolescents are ________ of the risks and consequences of risky behavior.
 
  a. just as cognitively aware
  b. much less cognitively aware
  c. more cognitively aware
  d. completely cognitively unaware

Question 2

One reason adolescents engage in risky behavior (such as trying a drug) despite knowing about the risks of such behavior is that they
 
  a. tend to forget about the risks from time to time.
  b. always base their actions on what their friends think is cool.
  c. tend to perceive more of the benefits of risky behavior than the risks.
  d. tend to be emotional rather than logical.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Dnite

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 297
Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a. just as cognitively aware

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c. tend to perceive more of the benefits of risky behavior than the risks.


khang

  • Member
  • Posts: 569
Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

Dinolord

  • Member
  • Posts: 313
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Elderly adults are living longer, and causes of death are shifting. At the same time, autopsy rates are at or near their lowest in history.

Did you know?

After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.

Did you know?

The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

Nitroglycerin is used to alleviate various heart-related conditions, and it is also the chief component of dynamite (but mixed in a solid clay base to stabilize it).

Consequences of working overtime Consequences of working overtime
The primate skull is generalized compared to many other mammals. The primate skull is generalized compared to many other mammals.
When removing spark plugs, it is wise to arrange them so that they can be compared and any problem ... When removing spark plugs, it is wise to arrange them so that they can be compared and any problem ...
Determining the extent of a burn: (A) rule of nines (adults); (B) Lund-Browder chart (children). Determining the extent of a burn: (A) rule of nines (adults); (B) Lund-Browder chart (children).
The brain, spinal cord, and spinal nerves. An expanded view of the spinal cord is shown. The brain, spinal cord, and spinal nerves. An expanded view of the spinal cord is shown.
Heat and Cold Stress Compared Heat and Cold Stress Compared
Video: Photosynthesis and Van Helmont Experiment

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library