Teens who smoke typically have friends who smoke.To avoid overestimating the impact of peer pressure on teen's smoking habits,it would make most sense to consider the importance of
A) a selection effect.
B) pruning process.
C) stranger anxiety.
D) brain plasticity.

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A selection effect is when teens choose friends who have similar behaviors and attitudes as them, rather than being influenced by them. Therefore, considering the importance of a selection effect helps avoid overestimating the impact of peer pressure on teen's smoking habits.

Teens Who Smoke Typically Have Friends Who Smoke