Human Growth and Development CLEP Prep Practice Exam

During what development phase do most people enter young adulthood?

1. Middle Childhood

2. Adolescence

3. Infancy

4. Adulthood

The correct answer is: Adulthood

Young adulthood typically starts at around the age of 18 and lasts until the mid to late 20s, and is considered the developmental phase between adolescence and full adulthood. Option A, Middle Childhood, refers to children between the ages of 6-12, so it is not the correct answer. Option B, Adolescence, typically includes ages 12-18, so it is also not the correct answer. Option C, Infancy, refers to children between birth and 2 years old, so it is not the correct answer. Option D, Adulthood, encompasses ages 18 and beyond, making it the correct answer. It is during this developmental phase that most people are considered to have reached full maturity and independence, entering the workforce and taking on adult responsibilities.