Committed Partners Who Maintain Separate Homes but Function as a Committed

question 57

Multiple Choice

Committed partners who maintain separate homes but function as a committed couple are said to be "_____."

• A) living apart together
• B) residing in an empty nest
• C) avoiding marriage
• D) consequential strangers

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Definitions:

Tendonitis

Inflammation of a tendon, typically caused by overuse, leading to pain and discomfort in the affected area.

Sternocleidomastoid Muscles

The paired muscles in the neck that facilitate head movement and play a role in respiration; they run from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid process of the temporal bone.

Torticollis

A condition also known as 'twisted neck,' where the head is tilted due to tightness or shortness of the neck muscles on one side.

Elbow Joint

A hinge joint that connects the forearm to the upper arm, allowing for the flexion and extension of the forearm.