What are characteristics of middle adolescence (15–17 years) with regard to relationships with peers? (Select all that apply.)
a. Behavioral standards set by peer group
b. Acceptance of peers extremely important
c. Seeks peer affiliations to counter instability
d. Exploration of ability to attract opposite sex
e. Peer group recedes in importance in favor of individual friendship
ANS: A, B, D
Characteristics of middle adolescence relationships with peers include behavioral standards set by the peer group, acceptance of peers is extremely important, and exploration of the ability to attract opposite sex. Seeking peer affiliations to counter instability is a characteristic of early adolescence relationships with peers. Peer groups receding in importance in favor of individual friendships is characteristic of late adolescence relationships with peers.
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