Mackenzie is just beginning to seek out interactions with certain peers and avoid others. Paulo states he and Carderio are friends because Carderio has "awesome" computer games. Reggie remarks that he and his friends look out for each other. Which alternative most accurately estimates each child's age?

A) Mackenzie - 1; Paulo - 4; Reggie - 9
B) Mackenzie - 2; Paulo - 4; Reggie - 9
C) Mackenzie - 2; Paulo - 6; Reggie - 9
D) Mackenzie - 2; Paulo - 6; Reggie - 11

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Darwin Howse · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Mackenzie's behavior is typical of a 2-year-old beginning to show preference for certain peers. Paulo, at 6, is at an age where interests like computer games can form the basis of friendships. Reggie, at 9, is developing deeper, more protective relationships with friends, which aligns with social development at that age.

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