What Does the Research Show, According to Cherlin's Summary of It

question 42

Multiple Choice

What does the research show, according to Cherlin's summary of it, regarding children's experience of divorce?

• A) Few children will experience intense emotional upset.
• B) A small group of children will experience long-term problems that persist into adulthood.
• C) Most will resume normal development within five years after their parent's separation.
• D) Most will experience problems in school.

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