According to Damon, when Steven (who is 15 years old) is asked, "How do you know that someone is your best friend?" it is highly likely that he will respond __________
a) "Because a friend is someone who shares his/her possessions with you."
b) "Because a friend is someone you can talk to about things that are bothering you, and they will stick with you no matter what."
c) "Because I can play a lot with him/her and stay over his/her house a lot."
d) "Because a friend is somebody who likes the same things that you do."
Answer: b
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