As Life-Course Trajectories Became More Standardized, What Was the Typical

question 54

Multiple Choice

As life-course trajectories became more standardized, what was the typical life course sequence experienced by a majority of the men in the twentieth century?

• A) complete high school, marriage, parenthood, divorce
• B) complete high school, entry into first job, marriage, parenthood
• C) first job, marriage, military service, parenthood
• D) complete high school, complete college, marriage, parenthood

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Definitions:

Phenotypic Variability

The variation in physical and physiological traits among individuals within a population, due to genetic and environmental influences.

Genome

The complete set of genetic material present in a cell or organism.

Polygamy

Any mating system in which a member of one sex mates with several members of the opposite sex.

Reproductive Relationship

Describes a partnership primarily established for the purpose of having offspring, focusing on the biological or evolutionary aspects of reproduction.