You meet a recent widow. According to the South and Spitze findings, you can cheer her up by telling her:
A) Grief usually last less than a year.
B) Widows are happier than married women, on average.
C) Widows do less housework than married women, on average.
D) Widows have more free time than married women, on average.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to the South and Spitze findings, widows do less housework than married women, on average. This could potentially be a positive aspect for the widow to hear and could potentially provide some relief or lessening of responsibilities during a difficult time. The other options could be potentially harmful or insensitive to mention.

You Meet a Recent Widow