Why do many women often "bite the second shift bullet" when the threat of a divorce looms?

a.) The threat of abuse forces them into this decision.
b.) The anticipated financial cost of a divorce leads them to this decision.
c.) The cost of childcare leads them to this decision.
d.) The appeal of the "supermom" role leads them to make this choice.


Answer: b.) The anticipated financial cost of a divorce leads them to this decision.

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