Discussion
Write the sequential order of the stages of family life cycle.
I. Establishing stage
II. Shrinking stage
III. Child rearing stage
IV. Expanding stage
V. Empty nest stage
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Answer: B
The stages of the family life cycle run in this order: establishing, child rearing, expanding, shrinking and empty nest. That is I, III, IV, II, V, which is option B. The couple first sets up a home, then children are born and raised, the family expands as children grow, it shrinks as they leave, and finally the couple lives alone in the empty nest stage. Each stage is defined by the children's ages and the changing number of family members. The stages help in planning income, housing and consumption at different points in the life of the household.
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