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Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, centre, watches a flypast with members of the royal family on the balcony during the Trooping The Colour parade at Buckingham Palace, in London, Saturday, June 11, 2016. Hundreds of soldiers in ceremonial dress have marched in London in the annual Trooping the Colour parade to mark the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. The Trooping the Colour tradition originates from preparations for battle, when flags were carried or "trooped" down the rank for soldiers to see.Tim Ireland/AP
Whether you hated being 24 and loved being 47 or vice versa, everyone has favorite and least favorite ages for their own particular reasons.
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But what does science say is the best age?
Well, that depends on your priorities. Scientists have studied a range of physical and mental traits and found peaks from childhood straight through to old age.
We've pulled together a range of characteristics that peak throughout your life. The best news we can offer: No matter how old you are right now, there's always something to look forward to.
Of course, these are all averages - you may have experienced these years ago, or may not for another decade or two, and that's totally fine. You do you.
