Which of the Following Is True of Divorce or Remarriage

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of divorce or remarriage in older adults?

• A) Women are more likely than men to remarry, thus removing themselves from the pool of divorced older adults.
• B) Rising divorce rates, increased longevity, and better health have led to an increase in remarriage among older adults.
• C) The majority of divorced older adults are men, due to their greater longevity.
• D) Divorce is far less common among younger adults than older adults.

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