Which Statement About Adulthood Is True

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about adulthood is true?

• A)Adulthood is the shortest of all stages of development because development ceases shortly after the stage is entered.
• B)The rate of observable physical change speeds up considerably during adulthood.
• C)Adulthood consists of the ages from about 20 to 65, when old age begins.
• D)Adulthood begins around age 18 to 21 years and lasts through death.

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