Which of the Following Is Not One of the Popular

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the popular stereotypes of contemporary adolescents?

• A) They use and abuse drugs more than their counterparts did in previous generations.
• B) The main reason adolescents use drugs is peer pressure.
• C) The "epidemic" of substance use by American adolescents underlies many of the other problems associated with adolescents.
• D) Although not supported by research, all of the above are popular stereotypes of contemporary adolescents.

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

A limited capacity store that can maintain unrehearsed information for about 20 to 30 seconds.

Google Effect

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Rely

To depend on or trust in someone or something for support, help, or maintenance.

Episodic Memories

Memories of specific events or episodes in one's life, including the contextual details and emotions associated with them.