Which of the Following Phenomena Do You Think BEST Explains

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phenomena do you think BEST explains why so many teenagers who engage in sexual intercourse choose not to use contraception?​

• A) ​the illusion of invulnerability
• B) ​the personal fable
• C) ​adolescent egocentrism
• D) ​the imaginary audience

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