Who is likely to be in the best financial situation during her retirement years?

A) Nancy, who interrupted her career four times to have children
B) Alice, who was able to get a degree by attending night courses
C) Harriett, who was widowed the year her husband retired
D) Kathleen, who was divorced 5 years before she retired

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Maxwell Goldman · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Alice was able to get a degree by attending night courses, which means she likely had a stable career and income throughout her working years, allowing her to save and invest for retirement. The interruptions in Nancy's career may have affected her earning potential and ability to save for retirement. Harriett's widowhood may come with unexpected expenses and Kathleen's divorce may have resulted in financial strain.

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