In the United States, the Average Age of First Marriage

question 16

Multiple Choice

In the United States, the average age of first marriage ________.

• A) continues a steady decline that began in the 1970s
• B) has finally begun to decline after years of increasing
• C) is about the same as it was in the 1970s
• D) is at its highest level ever

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Definitions:

Objective Criteria

Standards or principles that are based on factual evidence and observable phenomena, used for making judgments or decisions without personal bias.

Demand-withdrawal

A communication pattern where one partner demands or pressures, while the other partner withdraws or avoids confrontation.

Compliance Gaining

Taking persuasive actions to get others to comply with our goals.

Accommodation

Adjusting one's language or behavior to meet the needs or preferences of others, often in communication contexts.