Some of the reasons for using a zone defense are: The opposing team has a player/players too quick (in the case of guards) or too big (in the case of forwards or centers) for a man-to-man defense to be effective. Many zones pack defenders in the lane but allow the offensive team to take long-range shots
Uh I'm not sure because I'm only 15. But if I went into the wrong ramp I would stop and pull over and try to turn around. It's better than driving and causing accidents. I do not want to be responsible for the death of people or injuries.
Likely the chronological age, mainly because it would explain the differences in puberty stages between the two boys, which is an example of physical maturation.