Which of the following is true of commitment in marriage?
A. The benefits of commitment are confined to the marital relationship.
B. Men who cohabited with their wives before engagement have higher levels of commitment than men who cohabited only after engagement or not at all.
C. Those who are committed to the institution of marriage rather than to their spouses as persons have significantly fewer marriage problems.
D. A happy marriage in which there is a firm sense of commitment becomes a strong resource for dealing with the stresses of life.
Answer: D
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