Which of the following factors tends to be accompanied by a drop in ratings of marital satisfaction?
A) childlessness during early married life
B) the birth of the first child
C) the first child's departure for college
D) when the last child leaves home

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Research consistently shows that the birth of the first child tends to be accompanied by a drop in levels of marital satisfaction. This is likely due to the added stress and responsibilities that come with parenting, as well as the possible shift in focus and priorities away from the marital relationship. The other options listed may have varying effects on marital satisfaction, but they are not as consistently associated with a decline as the birth of the first child.

Which of the Following Factors Tends to Be Accompanied by a Drop