Which of the Following Is One of the Reasons for the Greater

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the reasons for the greater difficulty experienced by middle-aged women who divorce?

• A) Long-time friends take sides or turn away.
• B) The pool of potential partners is much smaller than for other age groups.
• C) Much of the individual's identity has come from being part of the relationship.
• D) Much time and energy has been invested in the other partner over a number of years.

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Herbert Blumer

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