How Does the Size of Social Convoys Vary Between Generations

question 27

Multiple Choice

How does the size of social convoys vary between generations?

• A) Young adults have the largest convoys.
• B) Middle-aged adults have the largest convoys.
• C) Older adults have the largest convoys.
• D) Convoy size does not vary by generation.

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