Which of the Following Statements About Stepfamilies Is FALSE

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about stepfamilies is FALSE?

• A) The largest number of stepfamilies is preceded by death of a spouse.
• B) In stepmother families, the father usually has custody of his children.
• C) In stepfather families, the mother usually has custody of her children.
• D) In blended families, both parents bring children from previous marriages to the newly formed stepfamily.

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