Allison and Cate Are Close Friends and Are Peers Because

Multiple Choice

Allison and Cate are close friends and are peers because neither one has more authority or higher status than the other. Which unique characteristic of friendships does this exemplify?

A) Friends typically treat each other as equals.
B) People can have as many friends as they want or have time for.
C) Friends are relatively free to design relationships that suit their needs.
D) Friends often do not help one another adjust to new challenges.