Research on the economic effects of divorce suggests that a one-family income needs to be stretched to support two families, a fact that____________.

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Research shows that the economic impact of divorce leads to a drop in the standard of living for all family members, as one family income needs to be stretched to support two households. This drop in standard of living tends to remain low unless the woman remarries. This suggests that divorce has a long-lasting economic impact on families, which can be challenging to recover from. The other answer choices are not supported by research.

Research on the Economic Effects of Divorce Suggests That a One-Family