Asked by Ngo Cao Nguyen (K13_HCM) on Jul 15, 2024
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Laws were changed in the 1960s to make divorce easier and divide property between divorcing spouses more equitably.This resulted in a(n) :
A) increase in the divorce rate
B) decrease in the divorce rate
C) more work for family lawyers
D) law reform
E) a widespread re-evaluation of family forms by religious leaders
Laws Changed
Laws changed refers to the process through which existing legislations are amended or repealed, leading to alterations in the legal framework governing a society.
Divorce Rate
The statistical measurement of divorces per population within a specified period, often used to analyze trends in marital stability.
Family Lawyers
Legal professionals specializing in issues related to family law, including divorce, custody, and adoption.
- Examine the impact of economic and legal shifts on the dynamics of marriage and divorce.
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CB
Carri BrooksJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The easier process and equitable division of property likely reduced the stigma and financial burden of divorce, leading to an increase in the divorce rate.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the impact of economic and legal shifts on the dynamics of marriage and divorce.