About 60% of preindustrial societies do not have a word for adolescence because:
A)the onset of puberty is considered shameful.
B)marriage typically occurs before puberty.
C)there is no such stage as puberty marking adulthood.
D)children are not treated differently than are adults.

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In preindustrial societies, there is often not a clear distinction between childhood and adulthood. Instead, individuals move gradually into adult responsibilities and roles without a specific marker such as puberty. Therefore, there may not be a word or concept specifically for adolescence.

About 60% of Preindustrial Societies Do Not Have a Word