On which of the following grounds has Mildred B. Parten's theory on social and nonsocial play been challenged by other researchers?
A. Children with siblings are not always socially and cognitively competent.
B. Young children who engage in nonsocial play tend to develop social or educational problems.
C. Children who engage in solitary play are usually the ones who are anxious, fearful, or socially rejected.
D. Nonsocial play is not less mature than social play, and some children simply choose to play alone.
Answer: D
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