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:

Definiteness

The quality of being clear, precise, and well-defined in terms or conditions.

Consideration

The value, which can be in the form of goods, services, money, or a promise, exchanged between parties in a contract.

Present Intent

The current intention or determination of an individual to perform a particular act or to act in a particular manner.

Offeree

The person or party to whom an offer is made in a contract negotiation.