How Have Marriage Rates Changed Since the 1970s

question 61

Multiple Choice

How have marriage rates changed since the 1970s?

• A) There has been no change in marriage rates for either first marriages or remarriages.
• B) Marriage rates have steadily increased because of the economic need for domestic partner benefits.
• C) Marriage rates have fluctuated since 1970 based on economic and political factors.
• D) Marriage rates for first marriages have steadily decreased since 1980.

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