Which Statement About Adolescents' Involvement with Romantic Partners Is TRUE

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which statement about adolescents' involvement with romantic partners is TRUE?

• A) Older adolescents are more likely than younger adolescents to choose romantic partners on the basis of characteristics that bring status.
• B) Over half of 15-year-olds have dated someone.
• C) The quality of adolescents' romantic relationships appears to be unassociated with the quality of their relationships with parents.
• D) Having a romantic relationship, even one of high quality, is associated with decreased feelings of self-competence.

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