Which of the following statements about friendship stability is true?

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Research shows that only around half of all reciprocated best friendships at the beginning of the school year continue to exist at the end. This suggests that friendship stability is not high among adolescents, contrary to what some people may assume. Opposite-sex friendships and girls' friendships may be perceived as more stable, but this is not supported by research findings. Well-adjusted adolescents are not more likely to have short-lived friendships either.

Which of the Following Statements About Friendship Stability Is True