Three of the following statements describe developmental trends in self-regulation that researchers have observed. Which statement is not necessarily consistent with researchers' findings?
A) Absent-mindedness largely disappears.
B) Self-evaluations become more frequent.
C) Emotional reactions become more restrained.
D) External rules and restrictions become internalized.

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Absent-mindedness does not necessarily largely disappear with development. Instead, self-regulation involves the ability to focus and control one's actions, emotions, and thoughts more effectively over time, but absent-mindedness can still occur due to various factors such as distractions, stress, or specific individual differences.

Three of the Following Statements Describe Developmental Trends in Self-Regulation