Which of the following siblings and step/half siblings have the most frequent contact as adults?

• A. Greek-Orthodox, females, and those who live in close proximity
• B. African Americans, males, and those who write frequently
• C. African Americans, females, and those who live in close proximity
• D. Native Americans, males, and those who live on the same reservation

Answer: (C)

Frequent contact among adult siblings and step/half siblings tends to occur when staying connected is easy and supported by norms that value kinship. Being female helps because women more often take the lead in maintaining family ties, so they’re likelier to keep in touch. Living in close proximity makes visits, calls, and shared activities much easier, directly increasing how often siblings interact as adults. Additionally, African American families often emphasize extended kin networks and regular contact, which further boosts frequency of interaction among adult siblings.

So the combination of being female, living near each other, and belonging to an African American family aligns with the strongest pattern for frequent adult contact.