Your son Barney tells you that he really enjoys spending time with his friend Jake because "Jake helps me with my math problems, and I trust him to always be my friend." How old is Barney most likely to be?

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Barney's ability to appreciate the academic help and trustworthiness in a friendship suggests a level of cognitive and emotional development typical of a pre-adolescent, around 11 years old. Younger children often base friendships more on play and proximity rather than on mutual support and trust.

Your Son Barney Tells You That He Really Enjoys Spending