Why Is It Important for Legalized Marriage to Be Open

question 50

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for legalized marriage to be open to both same-sex and mixed-sex couples?

• A) Having an institutionalized form of social support for relationships is associated with positive mental and physical health for individuals in the relationship.
• B) It would help even out the differences between same-sex and mixed-sex couples.
• C) It is not necessary; an institutionalized form of social support does not contribute to the wellbeing of couples, regardless of whether they are same-sex or mixed-sex.
• D) All couples should be able to file joint federal tax returns and enjoy other benefits of marriage.

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