As children move from being preschoolers to becoming adolescents
A) they are less likely to compare themselves to peers.
B) self-esteem becomes more differentiated.
C) self-esteem shows large increases.
D) girls' self-esteem drops more than boys' after the transition to junior high.

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As children move from being preschoolers to becoming adolescents, their self-esteem becomes more differentiated. This means that they are better able to distinguish between different areas of competence (e.g. academic, social, physical) and their level of self-worth in each of these areas.

Answer: D 
 Research has shown that girls' self-esteem tends to drop more than boys' after the transition to junior high. This may be due to a number of factors, including increased emphasis on appearance, pressure to fit in with peers, and societal messages about gender roles and expectations.

As Children Move from Being Preschoolers to Becoming Adolescents