Based on the dialogue, the most accurate inference is that Steve usually talks to boys who are his age. This is suggested by his familiarity with Osvaldo and the casual nature of their conversation, which revolves around topics typical for peers, like playing ball and the weather. The other options cannot be definitively inferred from the text provided.
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PETROCELLI
You ever talk to Mr. Cruz? Osvaldo Cruz.
STEVE
Yes, he’s about my age. I’ve talked with Osvaldo.
PETROCELLI
What did you talk to Mr. Cruz about?
STEVE
Same thing, mostly. About playing ball, or the weather. Or what’s going on in the neighborhood.
Based on this dialogue, what can the reader infer?
Steve’s and Osvaldo's parents know one another.
Osvaldo knows a lot of useful information.
Steve usually talks to boys who are his age.
Steve and Osvaldo have known each other for a long time.
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