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During the past 2 decades, we have witnessed people delay marriage. In other words, people are now marrying at later ages than during the 1970s. Some believe the marriage delay is correlated with the divorce rate (~50%).
In 400-550 words explain what may be contributing to this age shift and divorce rates? Please consider social changes and any other content pertaining to adolescence and early adulthood. You MUST support your argument with content and 1 specific theory.
For maximum points, write a minimum of 400 words and make sure the bulk of your discussion focuses on the theory and how it explains the issue at hand.
Additionally, you must comment on at least two other classmate’s posts–100 words.
Your comment should address the following:
- Their theory of choice and the connection they made to explain the issue in question
- State why the theory you chose to support your argument and the connections you made are superior at explaining the issue than their theory of choice.
- Respectfully respond to ONE criticism comment. You are NOT to engage in an exchange with the person who criticized your post.
Not commenting on at least two other posts will result in a loss of 25% for the weekly discussion.
**To be a good critic, you must know their theory and yours well, minimize opinion and maximize factual information.
Indeed, many people are getting married later in life compared