Which of the Following Statements About the Post-Parenthood Stage in the Family

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the post-parenthood stage in the family life cycle is false?

• A) For some parents, abruptly having an 'empty nest' could be described as a traumatic experience.
• B) Many empty-nesters retire while they are still in good health.
• C) During this stage married couples tend to be most comfortable financially.
• D) All of the above statements are true about post-parenthood stage.

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Definitions:

Genetic Variation

The diversity of genetic characteristics within a species or population, which is a result of mutations, genetic recombination, and other processes.

Deleterious Allele

A version of a gene that, on average, decreases the fitness of the organism carrying it.

mRNA Transcript

A single-stranded RNA molecule that is complementary to one of the DNA strands of a gene, serving as a template for protein synthesis in the process of translation.

Transcription

The process by which the genetic information in DNA is copied to messenger RNA, preceding protein synthesis.