Asked by Alberto, Jr Martinez on Apr 27, 2024

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Generalizing from the textbook,it could be concluded that in comparison with older people who have been married,"never marrieds" are more likely to be

A) lonely.
B) independent.
C) negatively affected by aging.
D) dissatisfied with life.

Never Marrieds

Refers to individuals who have never entered into a legally recognized marriage or equivalent partnership by choice or circumstance.

Married

A legally or culturally recognized union between two people, commonly referred to as a marriage, which establishes rights and obligations between them.

Aging

The process of becoming older, characterized by gradual changes in physical, cognitive, and social capabilities over time.

  • Understand the varying impacts of marital and relationship status on well-being in late adulthood.
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Tiffany GilbertMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The textbook suggests that "never marrieds" tend to be more independent and self-sufficient than married individuals, which suggests that they are not necessarily lonely or negatively affected by aging. There is no evidence in the textbook to support option D (dissatisfied with life).