Fred and Wilma are in an unhappy marriage. Compared to divorced couples, research indicates they are likely to have
A) more life satisfaction.
B) higher levels of happiness.
C) poorer physical health.
D) higher self-esteem.

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Research suggests that staying in an unhappy marriage can increase stress levels and lead to negative health outcomes such as hypertension, heart disease, and depression. Therefore, Fred and Wilma are likely to have poorer physical health compared to divorced couples. Conversely, divorced individuals often report an increase in life satisfaction and happiness after leaving an unhappy marriage. However, the question specifically addresses the comparison between Fred and Wilma and divorced couples, so the best answer is C.

Fred and Wilma Are in an Unhappy Marriage