The Popularity of Adoption Has Decreased in Large Part Due

question 53

Multiple Choice

The popularity of adoption has decreased in large part due to

• A)greater societal acceptance for single women keeping and rearing their children.
• B)a desire for smaller families.
• C)concern about genetic disorders.
• D)none of the above

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