The term "empty nest" is not used as often as in the past to refer to the middle adulthood phase of the family life cycle because
A) many middle-aged adults are raising at least one grandchild.
B) it implies a negative transition, especially for women.
C) the baby boomers are less financially well-off and, thus, often return home to "the nest."
D) the majority of middle-aged people in the United States already live alone.
B
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