Tom and Julie Have Been Married for 10 Years

Multiple Choice

Tom and Julie have been married for 10 years. Now in their mid-thirties, they are expecting their first child. Their adjustment to parenthood is likely to be _____ than that of younger parents because _____

A) more difficult; they are older and more set in their ways.
B) easier; they are more mature, their relationship is more stable, and their finances are more secure.
C) more difficult; they will not have the energy that younger parents have.
D) about the same; they are faced with the same adjustment problems as younger parents.