How is the concept of friendship portrayed in both Sociery and Solitude and Chapter I of Nature? Friendship is considered to be preferable to solitude Friendship is considered to be valuable but not necessarily vital. Friendship is considered to be crucial to society. Friendship is considered to be a worthless relationship

In both "Society and Solitude" and Chapter I of "Nature," Ralph Waldo Emerson portrays the concept of friendship as valuable but not necessarily vital. He emphasizes the importance of individualism and self-reliance, suggesting that while friendship can enrich life, it is not essential for personal growth or happiness. Therefore, the correct answer is: Friendship is considered to be valuable but not necessarily vital.