Nine-year-old Monica enjoys making up games and playing them with her friends.Playing these child-invented games probably allows Monica to
A) practice winning and losing with little personal risk.
B) develop a sense of pride in her superior motor skills.
C) play without rules and rely on individual ability.
D) compete against her friends and establish a dominance hierarchy.

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Playing child-invented games allows Monica to practice winning and losing with little personal risk, as the games are likely less competitive and have less pressure than organized sports or games with established rules. It allows her to have fun and develop social skills without the fear of failure or negative consequences.

Nine-Year-Old Monica Enjoys Making Up Games and Playing Them with Her