Final answer:
The question's statement is plausible based on generalized research but cannot be confirmed without the specific statistical source. Studies indicate that men tend to remarry more quickly than women after the loss of a spouse, aligning with the statement's trend.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement that an analysis of widows and widowers ages 65 and older found that 18 months after the death of a spouse, 37% of men and 15% of women were interested in dating seems to align with studies suggesting differences in how men and women approach dating and remarriage after the death of a spouse.
However, the information provided does not specifically confirm or refute the percentages stated in the question.
According to research by Kate Davidson and data from the U.S. Census Bureau, men are generally quicker to remarry after the death of a spouse compared to women, often because men may seek out a new partner to regain lost care and emotional focus.
Conversely, women may enjoy newfound independence and not feel as much of an urge to start dating quickly.
These general tendencies indicate that the statement in question could be true, but without the specific statistical source, the answer cannot be confirmed as absolutely true or false.