Which of the Following Ages Is Considered the Period of Adolescence

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ages is considered the period of adolescence?

• A)11-13 years
• B)13-15 years
• C)10-15 years
• D)12-19 years

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Definitions:

White Matter

The part of the brain and spinal cord composed of myelinated nerve fibers that is responsible for transmitting information between brain regions and between the brain and the spinal cord.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire and evolve their thinking abilities, including perceiving, remembering, understanding, and reasoning.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development that describes how children construct a mental model of the world.

Nonverbal Communication

The process of conveying a message without the use of words; it includes gestures, facial expressions, body language, and posture.