How Do the Cognitive Changes of Adolescence Affect Achievement

question 110

Multiple Choice

How do the cognitive changes of adolescence affect achievement?

• A) The cognitive changes of adolescence allow individuals to engage in longer-term, hypothetical thinking that affects many decisions about college and work plans.
• B) Adolescents develop the cognitive skills to be able to fantasize about a life in a high-profile career, such as a rock star or famous athlete.
• C) The cognitive changes of adolescence enable individuals to become part of cliques and crowds, and this social development means that work and educational plans get put on hold until early adulthood.
• D) Adolescents tend to focus on the here and now, which makes it difficult to think about and plan long-term educational and occupational goals.

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