One Reason Why Children Might Associate More with Peers of Their

question 32

Multiple Choice

One reason why children might associate more with peers of their own sex is because they

• A) may be more likely to share similar play styles.
• B) see more same-sex friendships represented on children's television programs.
• C) are taught by their parents to show such a preference.
• D) have a biological preference for same-sex peers.

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