The trend toward marriage at a later age is unmistakable, and scholars have suggested many reasons for this. How has the increase in women's participation in the labor force along with career establishment played a role in accelerating this trend?
a. The decreased economic independence of women has improved men's economic position and their desirability as mates.
b. Increasing numbers of women are taking jobs once held by men, making it difficult for men to find work.
c. There has been a decrease in the number of marriageable women because of women's disinterest in marriage.
d. The increased economic independence of women has helped foster a deterioration in men's economic position and their desirability as mates.
Answer: d. The increased economic independence of women has helped foster a deterioration in men's economic position and their desirability as mates.
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