Tracy is 30 and a widow. Edith is 70 and also widowed. According to the authors, why is widowhood more of a problem for Edith?

a. Remarriage is remote for Edith.
b. Tracy will be less emotionally affected by widowhood.
c. Edith will struggle financially.
d. Tracy can still have children.


A

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