Adolescents Who Do Not Get 8 or More Hours of Sleep

question 40

Multiple Choice

Adolescents who do not get 8 or more hours of sleep on weeknights

• A)can make up for it by sleeping more on weekends.
• B)are more likely to have academic and emotional problems.
• C)are the minority,because most teens do get that much.
• D)are normal,because teens need less sleep than children.

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Definitions:

Conform

To adjust one's behavior or beliefs to align with the standards, norms, or expectations of a group or society.

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to what is considered the societal norm.

Minority Of One

Describes an individual who stands in opposition or holds a different opinion from the rest of a group, often facing pressure to conform.

Group Opinions

The collective beliefs or thoughts of a group of people, often reflecting a consensus or majority viewpoint.