Which of the following statements about adolescent conflict is TRUE?
A) Adolescents spend more time arguing with peers than with parents.
B) Adolescents' arguments with peers are more emotional than arguments with parents.
C) Constant, intense parent-adolescent conflict is normal.
D) The resolution of adolescents' conflicts with friends is more likely to include a compromise than is the conflict resolution with parents.

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Adolescents often value their friendships highly and are motivated to maintain these relationships, leading to a greater likelihood of seeking compromise to resolve conflicts. In contrast, conflicts with parents might not always resolve through compromise due to the different dynamics and power imbalances in parent-child relationships.

Which of the Following Statements About Adolescent Conflict Is TRUE