Marriage:
A)involves sunk investment made mostly by the father.
B)is becoming irrelevant in western societies.
C)can be interpreted as a long- term contract in the production of children.
D)is at odds with property division laws.

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Marriage can be seen as a long-term contract because it involves a commitment to producing and raising children together. This commitment often includes joint investment in time, resources, and emotional labor in raising children to maturity. While it is true that marriage has changed significantly over time, it remains an important social institution in many societies. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately capture the role of marriage in society.