Which developmental task should families master in later life?
a. Becoming role models for their grand-children
b. Making a significant contribution to so-ciety
c. Abandoning the parental role to grown children
d. Maintaining a satisfactory living ar-rangement
D
The last stage of the family life cycle includes families in later life who are adjusting to retirement, the aging process, decreased self-esteem, and changes in status and health issues. Maintaining a satisfactory living arrangement is the primary developmental task.
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