After four years of marriage,the happiest couples are those who:

A) have unrealistic positive expectations about marital bliss.
B) initially have negative views of their partner.
C) begin a relationship with a high amount of passionate love.
D) started out with realistic outlooks about what married life would be like.

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Karan Gorajia · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Couples who start their marriage with realistic expectations are more likely to navigate and manage the challenges that arise. They understand that marriage requires effort, compromise, and communication. Unrealistic positive expectations can lead to disappointment and conflict, while negative views of a partner can erode the relationship. Passionate love at the start of a relationship may not necessarily lead to long-term satisfaction.

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