Imaginary playmates are beneficial to the preschool child because they:
a. Take the place of social interactions.
b. Take the place of pets and other toys.
c. Become friends in times of loneliness.
d. Accomplish what the child has already successfully accomplished.
ANS: C
One purpose of an imaginary friend is to be a friend in time of loneliness. Imaginary friends do not take the place of social interactions but may encourage conversation.
Imaginary friends do not take the place of pets or toys. They accomplish what the child is still attempting, not what has already been accomplished.
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