A five-year-old child is introduced to you as Robert Smith. The proper way for you to address him is:
A) "Hey, little guy!"
B) "Hi, Bobby."
C) "Hello, Mr. Smith."
D) "Hi, Robert."

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

"Robert" is the child's given name and should be used to address him respectfully. Using the full name is more formal and appropriate for first-time introductions. Referring to him as "Bobby" or "little guy" may be considered too familiar or disrespectful to some parents. "Mr. Smith" would be the proper way to address the child's father, not the child itself.

A Five-Year-Old Child Is Introduced to You as Robert Smith