Compared to couples who do not cohabit before marriage, couples who cohabit before getting married are _______.

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Research consistently shows that couples who cohabit before marriage have a higher likelihood of getting divorced compared to couples who do not cohabit before marriage. This phenomenon is known as the "cohabitation effect." Cohabiting couples may have lower levels of commitment and may be more likely to view their relationship as a "test" rather than a serious commitment. Additionally, cohabiting couples may be more likely to fall into patterns of behavior that are not conducive to a long-term, successful marriage.

Compared to Couples Who Do Not Cohabit Before Marriage, Couples