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HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 60 MC

Which of the following BEST describes a key developmental difference between current and previous generations of young people?

  1. The timing of puberty and physical development.
  2. The process of exploring personal identity.
  3. The ability to access information that accelerates maturity.
  4. The development of the prefrontal cortex.
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\(C\)

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  • C is correct. Today’s young people have access to global information through technology, accelerating their exposure to adult concepts and information.

Other options:

  • A is incorrect because the timing and process of puberty and physical development has remained relatively consistent across generations.
  • B is incorrect as exploring personal identity is a consistent developmental process across generations
  • D is incorrect since prefrontal cortex development continues until the mid-20s for all young people regardless of generation.