Which of the Following Is NOT an Accurate Statement Regarding

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement regarding the friendships that often develop between youngsters?

• A) Because children typically play with their same-sex peers, boys and girls rarely become friends.
• B) Children and adolescents usually befriend others who are different from themselves, and this complementarity enhances the relationship.
• C) Most friends are alike in age, gender, and race, and it is uncommon for an older child to develop a friendship with a younger child.
• D) Friendships among children from different racial or ethnic groups are more common in schools that are in ethnically diverse neighborhoods.

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Definitions:

Unrivalled Love

A profound and unmatched affection or love for someone or something, without any competition.

Social Allergy Effect

A psychological phenomenon where repeated exposure to irritating behaviors in close relationships leads to increasing annoyance.

Bad Apple Effect

The notion that one wrong person can corrupt a group, leading to overall negative behaviors.

Propinquity Effect

The tendency for people to form friendships or romantic relationships with those whom they encounter often.