Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Most Adults

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of most adults during midlife?

• A) They experience a decline in earnings
• B) They are settled geographically and vocationally.
• C) They have weakening social connections.
• D) They fear the empty nest.

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