Which of the Following Factors Is the MOST Powerful Predictor

question 499

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors is the MOST powerful predictor of friendship?

• A) similarity in age
• B) common racial and religious background
• C) similarity in physical attractiveness
• D) physical proximity

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