The Time at Which Adolescents Begin to Go Out on Dates

question 631

Multiple Choice

The time at which adolescents begin to go out on dates is most strongly influenced by:

• A) physical maturation.
• B) their parents.
• C) whether they have a driver's license and access to a car.
• D) cultural and social expectations, such as when friends begin to date.

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