What is the difference between peer acceptance and having a "best friend" relationship?
A. Once established, peer acceptance can never be lost whereas best friends can break up.
B. Peer acceptance requires more conformity than best friend relationships.
C. Peer acceptance is more important to a sense of well-being than having a close friend.
D. Peer acceptance allows more openness and self-disclosure than a best friend relationship.
Answer: B
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