One Reason That Adolescents Engage in Risky Behavior Is Because

question 98

Multiple Choice

One reason that adolescents engage in risky behavior is because

• A) ​they vastly underestimate the risks involved.
• B) ​the rewards associated with risky behavior are so appealing.
• C) ​they do not value their lives as much as adults do.
• D) ​they are susceptible to peer pressure to take risks.

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Definitions:

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