Which of the Following Statements About Friendships in Middle Age

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about friendships in middle age is TRUE?

• A) People tend to have more friendships in middle age than at any other time of life.
• B) Middle-aged people often have less time for friendships but they have more quality in their friendships.
• C) Friendships are typically most complex during middle age.
• D) Age is a very important factor in making friends at this time of life.

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