LS CH 11 Early Adulthood
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Which body system reaches its peak bone mass by age 35?

  • Respiratory system
  • Muscular system
  • Digestive system
  • Skeletal system (correct)

At what age does the ability of the lungs to move air in and out known as vital capacity start to decrease?

  • Age 35
  • Age 25
  • Age 20
  • Age 30 (correct)

Which body system becomes less elastic with advancing age, contributing to decreased cardiac output and increased blood pressure?

  • Skeletal system
  • Respiratory system
  • Muscular system
  • Cardiovascular system (correct)

Which body system shows gradual loss of bone mass after age 35 in women?

<p>Skeletal system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During early adulthood, what is the age range that is typically covered?

<p>20-40 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four goals for the early adult period of development?

<p>Choosing and establishing a career, establishing a home and family, expanding social circles, and developing maturity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three physiological changes that occur during early adulthood?

<p>Increased height and weight, increased bone and muscle development, and increased dentition development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two health screening tests important for women in the early adult period of development?

<p>Mammography and Papanicolaou test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, work may enhance self-worth, respect, and creativity.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are some reasons why both men and women enter the workforce?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is a concern for many adults in the workforce today?

<p>Job security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is one consequence of negative stereotyping?

<p>Victims may undervalue themselves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Erikson, intimacy involves which of the following?

<p>Both sexual and emotional intimacy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the cycle of human sexual response according to Masters and Johnson?

<p>Resolution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the resolution phase in the cycle of human sexual response?

<p>To return the reproductive organs to their unaroused state (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that affects an individual's sense of identity in our society?

<p>Occupation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of sexual harassment?

<p>Graphic sexual comments, gestures, or postures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major decision for young adults?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of compatibility in intimate friendships?

<p>Comfort, ease of the relationship, and friendship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of maturity in individuals?

<p>Developing an interest in the community's needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major developmental milestone for individuals in early adulthood?

<p>Establishing homes and families (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common concern that may threaten the couple's sexuality and emotional well-being in early adulthood?

<p>Infertility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a suggestion to assist in conception?

<p>Determining time of ovulation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a normal resting heart rate range for adults?

<p>60 to 90 beats per minute (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about cognitive development and learning?

<p>Adults have increased abilities to reason, solve problems, and set priorities due to their past experiences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a possible disadvantage of testing intelligence?

<p>Tests usually ask for the recall of a body of knowledge acquired during schooling. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of young adults attend colleges or vocational schools?

<p>Approximately 35% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some benefits of attending school for adults?

<p>Organizing their time, expanding their awareness, and sharpening their understanding of the world. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of returning to school for some older adults?

<p>It takes them a little longer to adjust to the learning environment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does intelligence primarily measure?

<p>A person's knowledge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Injury or insult to physical or emotional health can have a negative impact on cognitive development and learning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Tests that measure intelligence usually require the recall of knowledge acquired during schooling, which may be unfair to individuals from lower socioeconomic levels.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Approximately 35% of young adults attend colleges or vocational schools.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: School helps adults to organize their time, expand their awareness, and sharpen their understanding of the world.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Some older adults may take longer to adjust to the learning environment when they return to school after many years.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The measurement of intelligence primarily reflects a person's knowledge.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Most intelligence is assessed through testing.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Research has shown that individuals from lower socioeconomic levels would score higher on intelligence tests if given the same learning opportunities as those from higher socioeconomic levels.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Adults have increased abilities to reason, solve problems, and set priorities due to their past experiences.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Intelligence can be defined as a person's ability to reason, solve problems, and set priorities.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a physiological change that occurs during early adulthood?

<p>Increase in dentition development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two nutritional concerns for young adults?

<p>Protein and sodium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one health screening test important for women in the early adult period of development?

<p>Papanicolaou test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range that is typically covered during early adulthood?

<p>20-40 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a physical characteristic that changes during early adulthood?

<p>Organ and body system development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age does peak bone mass typically occur?

<p>35 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of aging on vital capacity?

<p>It decreases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that affects an individual's risk for cardiovascular disease?

<p>Dietary habits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of romantic love according to the text?

<p>Sexual satisfaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Erikson, what is the next task after developing a strong sense of identity?

<p>Intimacy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the resolution phase in the cycle of human sexual response?

<p>To return the reproductive organs to their unaroused state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of negative stereotyping according to the text?

<p>Isolation and self-absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a normal vital sign range for adults?

<p>Resting heart rate: 100-120 beats per minute (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major developmental milestone for individuals in early adulthood?

<p>Developing maturity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Muscle strength and coordination peak in the 20s and 30s, and then decline gradually between ages 30 and 60.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Education has no impact on the development of positive feelings and communication in intimate relationships.

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common concern for many adults in the workforce today?

<p>Job security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of negative stereotyping?

<p>Victims may undervalue or further degrade themselves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the resolution phase in the cycle of human sexual response?

<p>To return the body to its pre-aroused state (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about cognitive development and learning?

<p>Injury or insult to physical or emotional health can have a negative impact on cognitive development and learning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of sexual harassment?

<p>Continual or repeated verbal abuse of a sexual nature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major decision for young adults?

<p>Choosing a mate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system reaches its peak bone mass by age 35?

<p>Skeletal system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a normal resting heart rate range for adults?

<p>60-100 beats per minute (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential disadvantage of testing intelligence?

<p>It primarily reflects a person's knowledge (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Injury or insult to physical or emotional health can have a negative impact on cognitive development and learning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major decision that young adults may face?

<p>Choosing a career path (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Most intelligence is measured by testing.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are some benefits of attending school for adults?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Adults have increased abilities to reason, solve problems, and set priorities due to their past experiences.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Injury or insult to physical or emotional health may adversely affect cognitive development and learning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Intelligence is a measurement of what a person knows.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Tests usually ask for the recall of a body of knowledge acquired during schooling.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Approximately 35% of young adults attend colleges or vocational schools.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: School helps adults to organize their time, expand their awareness, and sharpen their understanding of the world.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Some older adults return to school after many years and find that it takes them a little longer to adjust to the learning environment.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Research has shown that individuals from lower socioeconomic levels would score higher on intelligence tests if given the same learning opportunities as those from higher socioeconomic levels.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Muscle strength and coordination peak in the 20s and 30s, and then decline gradually between ages 30 and 60.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Research has shown that they would score higher if they were given the same learning opportunities as people in higher socioeconomic levels.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Most intelligence is measured by testing.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a physical characteristic that changes during early adulthood?

<p>Bone and muscle development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age does the ability of the lungs to move air in and out known as vital capacity start to decrease?

<p>30 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Muscle strength and coordination peak in the 20s and 30s, and then decline gradually between ages 30 and 60.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Poor eating habits can lead to common gastric discomforts and indigestion.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of romantic love according to the text?

<p>Sexual experience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Erikson, what is the next task after developing a strong sense of identity?

<p>Intimacy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two health screening tests important for women in the early adult period of development?

<p>Mammogram and Pap smear (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the cycle of human sexual response according to Masters and Johnson?

<p>Climax (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a physiological change that occurs during early adulthood?

<p>Increase in bone density (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that affects an individual's risk for cardiovascular disease?

<p>Obesity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one health screening test important for women in the early adult period of development?

<p>Mammography (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two nutritional concerns for young adults?

<p>Fat and mineral intake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays?

<p>Increased risk of skin cancer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal respiratory rate range for adults?

<p>18 to 24 breaths per minute (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system reaches its peak bone mass by age 35?

<p>Muscular system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major developmental milestone for individuals in early adulthood?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are some potential consequences of prolonged joblessness in early adulthood?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way in which the experience of women in the workforce may differ from that of men?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is one consequence of negative stereotyping?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential challenge faced by young adults in establishing a home and family?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of sexual harassment?

<p>Sexual propositions, threats, or insinuations suggesting that if the person refuses to submit sexually, his or her employment, wages, or status will be adversely affected (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mature adults?

<p>Being open to suggestions and influenced by others (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of compatibility in intimate friendships?

<p>Proximity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a normal vital sign range for adults?

<p>Blood pressure: 120/80 mmHg (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of testing intelligence?

<p>Tests may be unfair to individuals from lower socioeconomic levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Injury or insult to physical or emotional health can have a negative impact on cognitive development and learning.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Most intelligence is measured by testing.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major decision that young adults may face?

<p>Choosing a career path (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are some benefits of attending school for adults?

<p>Organizing their time, expanding their awareness, and sharpening their understanding of the world (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Adults have increased abilities to reason, solve problems, and set priorities due to their past experiences.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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