Which Statement Most Accurately Describes the Progression of Peer Group

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement most accurately describes the progression of peer group structures through adolescence?

• A)Same-sex cliques combine into crowds that evolve into heterosexual cliques and associations of couples.
• B)Crowds dissolve into cliques that reorganize into heterosexual pairs.
• C)Reputation-based groups become identity prototypes that will become either cliques or crowds.
• D)Peers separate from cliques to form broader groups based on interests.

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Definitions:

Adolescence

A developmental stage of life between childhood and adulthood, characterized by physical, psychological, and social changes.

Financially Self-Supporting

Having sufficient personal income to meet one's living expenses without relying on others.

Family Self

The aspect of an individual's self-concept derived from their roles and identities within their family unit and relationships.

Emotional Closeness

A measure of the strength of an interpersonal bond, characterized by feelings of affection, support, and deep attachment to another person.