Melissa plays with the same four girls everyday.She has a lot of energy, is independent, and is concerned about what her friends think. Melissa likes soccer and baseball and takes pleasure in beating the boy's team.Melissa is most likely to be

A.3-5 years-old
B.5-7 years-old
C.8-10 years-old
D.11-13 years-old

I pick the letter D, can someone check my answer.

I don't know how I'd choose among B, C, and D!! I know girls in all 3 age groups who fit!

I agree D. 11-13 girls are independent, and like beating boys.

Several years ago, two 12-year-olds -- a boy and a girl -- in my class were each boasting about how fast they could run. They were so intense that I let them go out to the sidewalk and race. (I think the girl won). Within less than 5 minutes everyone was back in the classroom and ready to work. They had to get this important question solved before they could concentrate on regular school work.

The girls are always wanting to compete with the boys. Thanks each of you for your help.

IS NOT D FOR SHORE,I THINK IS C

To determine Melissa's age range based on the given information, let's analyze the characteristics mentioned:

1. Melissa plays with the same four girls every day: This suggests that Melissa is in an age range where she is likely to have a consistent group of friends to play with.

2. Melissa has a lot of energy and is independent: These traits can be found in children of various age groups, so they do not provide a strong indication of her age.

3. Melissa is concerned about what her friends think: This suggests that Melissa is old enough to understand social dynamics and is likely to be influenced by her friends' opinions. This trait is more commonly observed in older children.

4. Melissa likes soccer and baseball and takes pleasure in beating the boys' team: This suggests that Melissa is actively participating in organized sports and competing against boys. This level of involvement and competitive spirit is more commonly seen in older children.

Based on these observations, Melissa is most likely to be in the age range of C. 8-10 years-old.