Data from 1910 Through Today Indicate That African-American (Compared to European

question 30

Multiple Choice

Data from 1910 through today indicate that African-American (compared to European American) families are

• A) more likely to be nuclear and headed by men
• B) more likely to have children later in the marriage
• C) marked by higher divorce rates
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Paid Labor Force

People who are in employment and get paid for their labor, unlike volunteers or those interning without pay.

Sex Ratio

The demographic and statistical ratio of males to females in a population; this measure is often used to examine social, economic, and environmental impacts on gender dynamics.

Old Old

Refers to the population segment aged 85 and older, emphasizing the unique health, social, and service needs of this advanced age group.

Cohort

A group of individuals sharing a common characteristic, typically used in statistical and demographic studies to track changes over time.