Teenagers Maintain an Exaggerated Sense of Uniqueness and Indestructibility

question 48

Multiple Choice

Teenagers maintain an exaggerated sense of uniqueness and indestructibility. This form of teenage egocentrism is known as

• A) the imaginary audience.
• B) centration.
• C) animism.
• D) the personal fable.

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Definitions:

Petty Offense

A minor legal violation that is less serious than a misdemeanor.

Infraction

A minor violation or breach of law, typically not punishable by imprisonment.

Misdemeanor

A criminal offense that is less severe than a felony and usually punishable by fines or short-term imprisonment.

Misdemeanor

A criminal offense less severe than a felony, usually punishable by a fine or short-term imprisonment.