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Why does 'the law' assume that age 18/21 is the optimal age for making decisions?
I'm curious, why does 'the law' assume that age 18/21 is the optimal age for making decisions?
The law assumes that age 18/21 is the optimal age for making decisions because around this age, people are deemed to be mature enough to make informed decisions, and have the ability to take responsibility for their actions. At this point, individuals have generally completed their basic education, and are expected to have developed a sense of understanding of the implications of their actions.