According to the text, which of the following statements regarding solitary play is TRUE?

A. Children in the 1920s exhibited more solitary play than children do today.
B. Solitary play seems associated with independence and maturity.
C. Children who engage in solitary play are less mature than children who engage only in social play.
D. Children who engage in solitary play are at high risk for social problems.


Answer: B

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