In the Context of Changes in Self-Esteem from Adolescence to Adulthood,as

question 63

Multiple Choice

In the context of changes in self-esteem from adolescence to adulthood,as a whole,_____ tend to show an increasing gap between their current self-conceptions and their ideal selves and _____ tend to show a smaller discrepancy between their real and ideal selves over the same time period.

• A)males;females
• B)females;males
• C)irritable persons;calm persons
• D)calm persons;irritable persons

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Definitions:

Elastic Arteries

Large arteries that contain elastic tissue in their walls, enabling them to stretch and recoil for blood flow regulation.

Precapillary Sphincter

A band of smooth muscle that regulates blood flow into the capillaries, largely controlling the microcirculation.

Action Potentials

Electrical impulses that travel along the membrane of a nerve or muscle fiber, initiating activity or movement.

Coronary Sinus

Short trunk that receives most of the veins of the heart and empties into the right atrium.