Why Would Being in a Mixed Marriage Make Adjustment for a New

question 44

Multiple Choice

Why would being in a mixed marriage make adjustment for a new couple more difficult?

• A)different cultural traditions
• B)problems with privacy
• C)issues with extended family members
• D)disagreement over parenting

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Life-events Approach

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