Exam 13: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

In his third year of college,Omar comes to the realization that his own beliefs are often subjective.He is aware that his roommate,who holds vastly different beliefs from his own,has his own "truth." Omar is engaged in __________.

Carly,age 24,has a 22 percent increase over average body weight,based on her age,sex,and physical build.Carly is __________.

Which statement about sexual coercion is true?

The majority of U.S.18- to 29-year-olds say they __________.

Telomeres __________.

Doyle wants to protect the health of his endocrine system.The safest approach for Doyle is __________.

Which statement about smoking is true?

Saturated fat __________.

How does psychological stress affect health in early adulthood?

Which statement about the relationships among income,education,occupational status,and health in the United States is true?

College students who __________ show large cognitive gains.

Telomerase __________.

According to the cross-linkage theory of aging,bonds between protein fibers in connective tissue can lead to __________.

Male victims of sexual coercion __________.

Which statement about U.S.death rates and causes of death is true?

Darlene has heavy deposits of plaque containing cholesterol and fats collected on the walls of her main arteries.Darlene has __________.

Xavier believes everything his college professor says because she is in a respected position.He thinks that knowledge is certain and that the professor has that knowledge.Xavier is engaged in __________.

For young adults,__________ is supported by the specialization that begins with selecting a college major or an occupation.

As the lens of the eye stiffens and thickens with age,__________.

Describe the theory of biological aging that emphasizes the programmed effects of specific genes.