Question 1

Sleep researchers have established that people vary in their morningness and eveningness.These preferences change with age due to __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sleep researchers have established that people vary...

Question 2

What are the restraints on behavior imposed by social obligations and relationships called?

Accepted Answer

Social obligations and relationships impose restraints on behavior known as social control. Social control involves the social norms, values, and beliefs that influence and regulate human behavior.

Question 3

Which statement best explains why the United States has a higher rate of death for emerging adults from motor vehicle accidents than other Western countries?

Accepted Answer

The United States has a lower minimum driving age and greater access to automobiles for emerging adults compared to other Western countries, leading to a higher rate of motor vehicle accidents.

Question 4

Young people are less likely than older drivers to wear seat belts.In serious car crashes, occupants not wearing seat belts are __________ likely to be killed and __________ as likely to be injured, compared with those wearing seat belts.

Accepted Answer

According to the statement, occupants not wearing seat belts are twice as likely to be killed and three times as likely to be injured compared with those wearing seat belts. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 5

Recent research reveals that young drivers are more likely than older drivers to combine __________ and driving.

Accepted Answer

Recent research suggests that young drivers are more likely to engage in distracted driving, particularly with texting or using their phones while driving. While eating, drinking, and drug use are also dangerous behaviors while driving, texting is becoming an increasingly prevalent issue among younger drivers.

Question 6

Which of the following are two major contributing factors to why young drivers have a greater incidence of accidents and deaths?

Accepted Answer

Inexperience and risk-taking behaviors are two major contributing factors to why young drivers have a greater incidence of accidents and deaths. Young drivers lack the experience and judgment that comes with age and tend to take more risks while driving, leading to higher accident rates. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for decision-making and risk assessment, is not fully developed in teens, making them more prone to impulsive behavior and poor decision-making.

Question 7

Poor sleeping habits cause __________.

Accepted Answer

Poor sleeping habits have been linked to deficits in attention, memory, and critical thinking. While other options may also be influenced by poor sleep, this is the most directly related outcome.

Question 8

A very large study (Roenneberg et al., 2007) of 55,00 Europeans from childhood through late adulthood found that eveningness peaked at about the ages of __________.

Accepted Answer

Eveningness, or the preference for activities in the later part of the day, peaks during young adulthood, around the ages of 20 to 21 years, as found in the study by Roenneberg et al. (2007). This reflects a natural shift in circadian rhythms that occurs during this life stage.

Question 9

Across developing countries, what is the leading cause of death during emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death during emerging adulthood in developing countries. This is due to increased rates of motor vehicle ownership and inadequate infrastructure and safety measures. In contrast, cardiovascular disease and cancer are more prevalent causes of death in later adulthood. Infections can also be a significant cause of death, but they are not the leading cause during emerging adulthood.

Question 10

Which of the following individuals is more likely to drive at excess speeds, follow too closely to other vehicles, violate traffic signs and signals, and take more risks while driving a motorized vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, younger drivers, particularly those in their late teens and early 20s, are more likely to engage in risky driving behaviors such as speeding, tailgating, and ignoring traffic signals.

Question 11

Which of the following is a leading cause of death for emerging adults in the United States?

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death for individuals aged 15-24 in the United States. This age group falls under the category of emerging adults.

Question 12

What is true about risk behaviors across the life span?

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is a period characterized by exploration and experimentation, leading to a higher prevalence of risk behaviors compared to other life stages.

Question 13

Which of the following is one recommendation to promote positive sleep hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Limiting caffeine intake is a recommended sleep hygiene practice. Consuming caffeine, especially later in the day, can interfere with sleep and lead to difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Sedative use is not recommended without the guidance of a healthcare professional, and watching television or consuming caffeinated green tea before bed can also negatively impact sleep quality.

Question 14

Drivers ages __________ involved in fatal accidents are more likely to have been __________ at the time of the accident than persons of any other age group.

Accepted Answer

Drivers ages 21 to 24 involved in fatal accidents are more likely to have been intoxicated at the time of the accident than persons of any other age group. This age group has a higher incidence of alcohol-related fatal crashes compared to other age groups.

Question 15

Your roommate usually tells you that she did great on her exam after studying all night.From your developmental psychology class, you know that __________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that pulling all-nighters to study is not an effective way to retain information and can actually lead to poorer performance on exams. Therefore, it is unlikely that your roommate actually performed well after studying all night.

Question 16

In the United States, young people ages __________ have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group.

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, young people ages 16 to 24 have the highest rates of automobile accidents, injuries, and fatalities of any age group in the United States. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 17

Based on personality characteristics, which individual is most likely to engage in risky behaviors while driving?

Accepted Answer

The individual who is aggressive and self-confessed adrenaline junkie, like Penn, is most likely to engage in risky behaviors while driving. Their personality characteristics are associated with a higher likelihood of taking risks and seeking out intense experiences.

Question 18

Your roommate seems to have a bit of a problem with time management and ends up studying all night for an exam or writing a paper.Is this unusual behavior for a college student?

Accepted Answer

Studies show that approximately 60% of college students have pulled an all-nighter at least once. Therefore, it is not an unusual behavior for a college student.

Question 19

What percentage of American college students report sleep problems such as falling asleep or insufficient sleep?

Accepted Answer

According to a study by the American Sleep Association, 43% of American college students report sleep problems such as falling asleep or insufficient sleep, making it the most common sleep disorder in this demographic.

Question 20

You are very angry with your brother, who is in a fraternity in college.He confessed that he has driven several times during the past few months while he was intoxicated but insists that most of his friends do it, too.What percentage of college students report having driven intoxicated in the past year?

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are very angry with your brother,...

Quiz 9: Emerging Adulthood