The midlife transition is characterized by a. self-examination. c. both a and b b. a midlife crisis. d. neither a nor b

I think that the answer is C - both a and b. Usually happens between the ages of 40-50 and most adults during that time are realizing what is wrong with them and what they should change because they are getting older and feel as if they have to mature superfast in a short/limited amount of time. The are both battling what's happening in their everyday life and also self-examining what is "wrong" with them and what hey should change to improve themselves.

The answer is: C. both a and b