In the Context of Intergenerational Relationships, Which of the Following

question 78

Multiple Choice

In the context of intergenerational relationships, which of the following is a finding of a study by Rossi?

• A) Fathers and their sons have a much closer relationship during their adult years than fathers and daughters.
• B) Men's relationships across generations are typically closer than other family bonds.
• C) Fathers' intergenerational ties are more influential for grandparent-grandchild relationships than mothers'.
• D) Married men are more involved with their wives' kin than with their own.

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