Since couples have begun cohabiting in large numbers, the positive relationship between cohabitation and divorce has

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Research shows that the positive relationship between cohabitation and divorce has weakened since more couples have begun cohabiting. This is likely because cohabitation is becoming more normative and therefore a wider variety of couples are choosing to cohabit. Additionally, cohabiting couples who do eventually marry may have formed stronger relationships due to their experience living together beforehand.

Since Couples Have Begun Cohabiting in Large Numbers, the Positive