Which of the Following Children Is Probably the Oldest, Based

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which of the following children is probably the oldest, based on how their definitions of what a friend is fit into Selman's view of friendship development?

• A) Yvonne, who says "a friend it the person you play with"
• B) Greg, who says "a friend is someone who you can help you build things"
• C) Mike, who says "a friend is someone who you can trust and depend on"
• D) Gloria, who says "a friend is the person you spend the most time with"

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Definitions:

Societal Values

The shared principles, traditions, and goals that characterize a society.

Subordinates

Employees or team members who are ranked lower in a hierarchy and report to someone higher up.

Personality Development

The evolution and maturation of an individual's personality and mental characteristics throughout their life.

Early Adulthood

The life stage typically ranging from ages 20 to 40, characterized by increased independence, responsibility, and personal development.