Which Statement Is True About Sibling Relationships in Middle Adulthood

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about sibling relationships in middle adulthood?

• A) As siblings grow older, good relationships often get worse and poor relationships get better.
• B) For most people, sibling contact and support increases steadily from early to middle adulthood.
• C) Despite reduced contact, many siblings feel closer in midlife, often in response to major life events.
• D) Most adult siblings report getting together or talking on the phone at least weekly.

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Definitions:

Crisis Communication

Involves strategies and efforts to communicate effectively during emergencies or times of intense difficulty to manage perceptions and outcomes.

Mobile Devices

Portable electronic devices that have computing capabilities and can access the internet, such as smartphones and tablets.

Location-Aware Technology

Technology that uses data from GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks to provide information or services based on the geographical location of the user.

Email Messages

Electronic communications sent and received over the internet, utilizing specific addresses for each user.