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Adolescent Development — Unit test Answers

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Who is able to give legal consent to sex?

A
a 12-year-old
B
a 19-year-old who is sober
C
a 17-year-old who does not say no
D
a 13-year-old who is dating a 20-year-old
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How does the endocrine system regulate body functions?

A
It releases enzymes into the blood.
B
It releases hormones into the blood.
C
It releases glands into specific organs.
D
It releases chemicals into specific organs.
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Which action identifies a healthy short-term goal for dealing with stress?

A
going on a first date
B
resolving a crisis
C
being more popular
D
going to college
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A person is experiencing stress-related stomach ulcers and frequent headaches. Which emotional symptom is the person most likely experiencing?

A
anxiety
B
disgust
C
stubbornness
D
surprise
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Which physiological stress reaction would most likely accompany the psychological stress reaction of fear?

A
decreased motivation
B
increased heart rate
C
increased depression
D
decreased blood pressure
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Which is a common emotional change that occurs during puberty?

A
increase in self-esteem
B
increase in aggression
C
onset of menstruation
D
onset of semen production
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Teenagers who are sexually active are at greater risk of losing which benefit?

A
focus on future goals
B
likelihood of graduating
C
reproductive health
D
emotional relationships
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Which is an appropriate element of a stress-management plan?

A
limiting social interactions
B
reducing daily exercise
C
identifying coping strategies
D
avoiding opportunities to have fun
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The chart shows the results of a study on stress reduction techniques.

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A
exercising daily
B
talking with friends
C
transcendental meditation
D
concentration or contemplation
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Which is a possible emotional consequence of engaging in sexual activity?

A
contracting AIDS or HIV
B
passing an STD to a partner
C
feeling bad about oneself
D
experiencing infertility
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Which is an emotional consequence of engaging in sexual activity as a teen?

A
greater risk of suicide
B
lower risk of skipping school
C
greater risk of getting someone pregnant
D
lower risk of being convicted of statutory rape
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Which factor increases the risk of engaging in sexual activity as a teen?

A
dating younger people
B
having previous sexual activity
C
dressing with the latest fads in fashion
D
avoiding alcohol or drugs
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Kris's boyfriend regularly pressures her to have sex. She wants to remain abstinent. Which is the best way for Kris to address this issue?

A
Break up with her boyfriend.
B
Stop going on group dates.
C
Avoid conversations about sex.
D
Agree to have sex after dating for a while longer.
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Alexis is a high school student who practices abstinence. Based on this information, which statement comparing Alexis to her sexually active peers is most accurate?

A
She is more likely to abuse alcohol and mild drugs.
B
She is more likely to have many sexual relationships later in life.
C
She is more likely to graduate from high school and college.
D
She is more likely to date older people.
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Which best describes sexual consent between two people?

A
verbally agreeing to a specific sexual activity on every occasion
B
saying yes to all forms of sexual activity one time
C
giving nonverbal clues that sexual activity is okay at any time
D
dating someone who is legally able to say yes to sexual activity
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Julia and her boyfriend practice abstinence and experience its many benefits. Which benefit is good for their emotional health?

A
reduced risk of STIs and STDs
B
no chance of pregnancy
C
greater overall reproductive health
D
less stress about unwanted pregnancies
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How can someone distinguish between positive and negative stressors in his or her life?

A
Only negative stressors create strong and prolonged anxiety.
B
Only negative stressors cause a change in behavior and outlook.
C
Only positive stressors influence the body and the mind.
D
Only positive stressors result in higher heartbeat and breathing rates.
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Which factor is most likely to challenge someone's decision to remain abstinent?

A
physical and hormonal urges
B
avoiding alcohol and illegal substances
C
having friends who are not sexually active
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Which physical effect is associated with acute stress?

A
dizziness
B
depression
C
stomach ulcers
D
type 2 diabetes
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Which change occurs only in males during puberty?

A
a deepening of the voice
B
a change in body odor
C
the appearance of pubic hair
D
the beginning of menstruation

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