Which of the following statements accurately describes a recent trend in the Canadian family?
A)About 50 percent of all first marriages end in divorce.
B)There is an increase in traditional families.
C)Nearly one-half of all households now consist of people who live alone.
D)About 20 percent of all marriages end in divorce.

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According to Statistics Canada, about 38% of marriages end in divorce. While this percentage has remained relatively stable in recent years, it is still higher than the 20% suggested in option D. Option B is incorrect as there has actually been a decrease in traditional families (married couples with children) in Canada. Option C is also incorrect as while there has been a slight increase in the number of people living alone, it is not nearly as high as one-half of all households.

Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes a Recent Trend