Question

which of the following is not a reason childhood friendships are important to development?
a. positive relationships provide positive psychological support.
b. friends are a childs first chance in learning how to be social with siblings.
c. adolescents can use friendships as a way to work out personal problems.
d. children can learn what it means to be loyal through their friendships.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Analyze the developmental role of childhood friendships

Childhood friendships provide psychological support, teach loyalty, and help adolescents navigate personal problems.

Evaluate the incorrect option

Option B is incorrect because interactions with siblings typically occur before or alongside early friendships, and friendships are not a child's first chance to learn how to be social with siblings.

Answer:

• A. Positive relationships provide positive psychological support.
• B. Friends are a child's first chance in learning how to be social with siblings. (Correct answer)
• C. Adolescents can use friendships as a way to work out personal problems.
• D. Children can learn what it means to be loyal through their friendships.