Which of the Following Is True About Adolescent Friendships

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about adolescent friendships?

• A)Close friendships in early adolescence often interfere with identity development.
• B)Close friendships provide a foundation for future intimate relationships.
• C)Compared with peer groups of middle childhood,adolescent peer groups are less tightly structured and exclusive.
• D)Among girls,clique membership may contribute to the rise in depression during early adolescence.

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