Which statement is true about the family life cycle?

A) The family life cycle represents a fixed progression of stages.
B) The family life cycle is only applicable to families in industrialized nations.
C) Few variations exist in the sequence and timing of phases in the family life cycle.
D) Some people do not experience all family life-cycle phases.


Answer: D

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