Brian is a middle-aged conservative male who doesn't like change and supports the status quo.His brother,Ed,on the other hand,favours radical ideas and is a proponent of dramatic social change and action.Based on these details,according to Sulloway's research on birth order and attitudes,Brian is likely to be a ___________ whereas Ed would likely be a __________.
A)later-born;firstborn
B)middle-born;later-born
C)firstborn;later-born
D)firstborn;middle-born

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Sulloway's research suggests that firstborns tend to be more conservative and supportive of the status quo, while later-borns tend to be more open to new ideas and social change. Therefore, Brian is likely to be a firstborn and Ed a later-born based on their attitude towards change.

Brian Is a Middle-Aged Conservative Male Who Doesn't Like Change