The Authors of the Text Make Which of the Following

question 37

Multiple Choice

The authors of the text make which of the following points about the effects of divorce on children?

• A) Divorce is tearing apart the fabric of society.
• B) Analysts sometimes overstate evidence on the negative effects of divorce and ignore evidence finding that most children from divorced families do quite well.
• C) The effects of divorce on children should not be seen as negative in any way.
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Sucker Effect

A phenomenon where individuals reduce their effort when they believe others are free-riding on their work.

Free Rider Effect

A situation where some individuals benefit from resources or services without contributing to the cost or effort involved.

Free Rider

An individual or entity that benefits from resources, goods, or services without paying for the cost or effort involved.

Proportional Share

A portion or percentage of a whole which is allocated in relation to its size, quantity, or importance.