Human Growth and Development CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What determines a child's "peer culture"?

1. The language they use

2. Their overall cognitive development

3. The amount of parental guidance they receive

4. The group of age peers with whom they interact

The correct answer is: The group of age peers with whom they interact

Peer culture refers to the social and behavioral norms of a specific group of peers, typically of the same age range. This is shaped by the interactions and experiences a child has with their peers. Therefore, the correct answer is D as it directly addresses the defining factor of peer culture. Option A may seem relevant, as language is a form of communication within a group, but it does not solely determine the culture of a child's peers. Option B refers to cognitive development, which may influence a child's understanding and adaptation to a peer culture, but it is not the determining factor. Option C suggests that parental guidance plays a role in determining peer culture, however, it is the interactions with peers that ultimately shape it.