Why do most sociologists claim that joblessness led African Americans to retreat from the institution of marriage?
a. Men without jobs lost interest in marriage and family.
b. Men without jobs usually do not make attractive marriage partners.
c. The cost of weddings was too high.
d. Single women tend to fare better economically than married women.
Ans: b. Men without jobs usually do not make attractive marriage partners.
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