In Addition to the Increasing Age at First Marriage, There

question 5

Multiple Choice

In addition to the increasing age at first marriage, there is a(n)

• A) increase in the age range of first marriages.
• B) decrease in the number of divorces.
• C) increase in multiple marriages.
• D) decrease in the age range of first marriages.

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