Jefferson Was Late to Work, Was Speeding, and Was Pulled

question 167

Multiple Choice

Jefferson was late to work, was speeding, and was pulled over and given a ticket.Without too much fuss, he reluctantly paid the fine, knowing full well he should not have been speeding.Which of the following characteristics of adulthood most closely resembles Jefferson's attitude?

• A)accepting responsibility for oneself
• B)making independent decisions
• C)becoming financially independent
• D)possessing emotional stability

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