All of the following are considered reasons why marriages unravel in Western society EXCEPT __________

a) people are more concerned about their own personal happiness
b) in some cases, the financial costs of divorce are not high
c) women have more economic opportunities available to them, and, therefore, may be able to be more independent
d) the benefits of marriage—economic, sexual, health, social support, and financial (such as tax advantages)—no longer exist


Answer: d

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