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So far as I know, everywhere in the United States recognizes an 18 year old as an adult, legally. Not all 18 year olds are mature enough, or have sufficient income, to handle independent living successfully.

i dont agree with the answer above me. i feel some 18 year olds male or female are quite mature enough. some have already built a foundation for themselves and are steady enough to live on their own. heck there have been 15 and 16 year olds emancipated from their homes who have made a life for themselves. parents arent always the best to offer a child safety. after all, there are homeless 50 year olds who arent mature enough. parents are just people themselves. what they know, you can learn. and since you never stop learning, the law provided a decent age for where maturity has reached the peak for freedom. at 18, i would have to say, most people can make a decent living for themselves.

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