Which characteristic of adolescent thought is demonstrated when a teen fails to recognize that others may neither care about nor share her opinions?
A) the imaginary audience
B) the personal fable
C) the invincibility fable
D) adolescent egocentrism

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Adolescent egocentrism is the characteristic in which teenagers believe that their thoughts, feelings, and experiences are unique and that others are always focused on them. This can lead them to believe that everyone must agree with their opinions or that their experiences are the most important. Therefore, when a teen fails to recognize that others may neither care about nor share their opinions, it is an example of adolescent egocentrism. The other choices (A, B, and C) refer to specific examples of adolescent egocentrism, but none of them address the particular situation described in the question.

Which Characteristic of Adolescent Thought Is Demonstrated When a Teen