Ole and Lena Are a Cohabitating Couple in Norway, While

question 37

Multiple Choice

Ole and Lena are a cohabitating couple in Norway, while Jack and Diane are a cohabitating couple in the United States. Cross-cultural research would predict that:

• A) Ole and Lena will only marry if they have children.
• B) Ole and Lena will believe that they are living in sin.
• C) Jack and Diane will be unlikely to ever marry.
• D) Jack and Diane will be at significantly less risk for divorce should they marry.

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