Why do young adults choose to have children?

A. They get pleasure from watching their children grow, and fulfillment from seeing them be successful.
B. There are health benefits to the mother from having a successful pregnancy.
C. To get financial gain from government benefits programs, such as tax breaks and welfare.
D. They feel evolutionary pressure to maintain their presence in the human gene pool.


Answer: A

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