Friendship Networks in Early Childhood Are Needed for the Following

question 3

Multiple Choice

Friendship networks in early childhood are needed for the following reasons EXCEPT

• A)because peers tend to be of equal status.
• B)children can compare skills and their own abilities.
• C)children can try out ways of interacting in a safe environment.
• D)they can compensate for poor parenting.

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Definitions:

Deficits

Situations where a shortfall exists, often referring to financial matters where expenses exceed revenue, but can also apply to other areas such as cognitive deficits in psychology.

Damaged

Refers to items or entities that are impaired, harmed, or rendered less effective.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum, involved in complex brain functions such as thought, language, and consciousness.

Spoken Language

A form of communication consisting of the use of words and sentences spoken by the mouth, unique to humans.