Which of the Following Best Describes the Nature of Friendship

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the nature of friendship in middle adulthood?

• A)Adults have more friends in mid-life than at any other point in adulthood.
• B)The social circle is smaller,but the friendships are as intimate and close as at earlier ages.
• C)The need for a social network increases across mid-life.
• D)The increased role strain and role conflict of middle adulthood require additional emotional support from friends outside the family.

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Definitions:

Needs Assessment

The process of identifying and evaluating the needs of a specific group or individual to determine the necessary actions or resources required to address those needs.

Request For Proposal

A document issued by an organization seeking detailed bids from potential vendors or service providers.

RFP

Request For Proposal; a document issued by an organization soliciting proposals from potential suppliers or contractors as part of a procurement process.

Listening Skills

The ability to accurately receive and interpret messages in the communication process, an essential part of effective communication.