Which Statement About Friendships During Midlife Is True

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which statement about friendships during midlife is true?

• A)The number of friendships increases with age.
• B)Middle-aged adults attach less value to friendship than younger adults.
• C)Older adults work harder to initiate new friendships than younger adults.
• D)Friendships become more selective in midlife.

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