Who of the following is probably an adolescent (and not a child)?
A) Maryann, who accepts her parents' rules about room cleaning and bedtimes as matters of right and wrong
B) Matthew, who believes that it is possible to go for a long period of time without thinking about anything
C) Tamara, whose thinking is bound to observable events
D) Frank, who appraises his reading comprehension before starting the next chapter

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Frank's behavior of appraising his reading comprehension before starting the next chapter indicates a level of metacognition, which is more characteristic of adolescence than childhood. Adolescents are more likely to engage in self-reflection and evaluation of their own cognitive processes compared to younger children.

Who of the Following Is Probably an Adolescent (And Not