By late adolescence, individuals tend to form more stable, same-sex friendships with individuals who share their interests and values rather than seeking out cross-sex friendships. This is likely due to socialization and gender norms that encourage same-sex relationships. Therefore, the number of cross-sex friends tends to decrease significantly.

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By Late Adolescence

Question 133

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By late adolescence,

A) the number of cross-sex friends tends to decrease significantly.
B) intimacy in friendships tends to decrease.
C) friends are no longer chosen on the basis of psychological qualities.
D) self-disclosure in friendships tends to decrease.

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