Billy has two imaginary friends named Joe and Buckus.In which of the following ways is having Joe and Buckus similar to having peer relationships?
A) They may make Billy less sociable.
B) They are good company for an only child.
C) They provide mechanisms of avoidance.
D) They help him avoid difficult situations.

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Having imaginary friends can provide companionship for a child who may otherwise feel lonely or isolated, similar to having peer relationships. However, choices A, C, and D suggest negative implications of having imaginary friends, which may not necessarily be true or applicable to all cases.

Billy Has Two Imaginary Friends Named Joe and Buckus