In Most Cultures,the Rite of Passage Is Designed To

question 14

Multiple Choice

In most cultures,the rite of passage is designed to:

• A) maintain a controlled and responsible level of birth rate.
• B) test whether adolescents are ready for adult responsibilities.
• C) test whether adolescents know enough about sexuality to begin selecting mates.
• D) help adolescents separate from parents and make the transition to adult status.

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Definitions:

Replication

The process by which genetic material or a biological entity reproduces or makes a copy of itself.

Thrifty Genotype Hypothesis

The proposition that certain genotypes predispose individuals to efficient fat storage for survival during times of food scarcity, which may predispose to obesity in environments with abundant food.

Positive Selection

A process in evolution where advantageous genetic mutations become more common in a population because they contribute to survival and reproduction.

Diabetes

A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period, resulting from defects in insulin production or action.