Rachel describes herself in this way: "I go to Emerson school, and I like to play with my friend Heather. I have a dog and two parakeets." Sarah describes herself in this way: "I am not very self-confident, but I believe that I am a unique person who was put on this earth for some reason. My goals include becoming a better person, helping others, and possibly running for political office someday." From their descriptions of themselves, what age would you predict each to be?
A)Rachel and Sarah are probably both adolescents.
B)Rachel is an adolescent, and Sarah is in middle childhood.
C)Rachel and Sarah are both children.
D)Rachel is in middle childhood, while Sarah is an adolescent.

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Rachel's description is very simple and focused on her current activities and pets, which suggests she is in middle childhood. Sarah's description is more complex and focused on self-reflection and future goals, which suggests she is an adolescent. Therefore, the best choice is D, with Rachel in middle childhood and Sarah as an adolescent.

Rachel Describes Herself in This Way: "I Go to Emerson