Marriages Often Contain Economic Components and in Some Cases May

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Essay

Marriages often contain economic components and in some cases may be arranged by parents or families; however, some second-generation immigrants growing up in the United States are conflicted on this practice. Although their parents may have had an arranged marriage, second- or third-generation immigrants are often confronted with or are surrounded by concepts of romantic love. Discuss how generational differences among immigrant communities may result in children challenging their parents' attempts to arrange their marriages. How are these two systems different?

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A chemical compound with the formula NaHCO3, commonly known as baking soda, used in baking, cleaning, and antacid preparations.

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