Which of the Following Philosophies Supported the Work of the Houses

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following philosophies supported the work of the Houses of Refuges to serve the best interests of the children?

• A) parens patriae
• B) in loco parentis
• C) e pluribus parentis
• D) in parentis absentia

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Definitions:

Shares Sold

The quantity of individual stocks that have been purchased by investors and are on the market.

Convertible Preferred Stock

A type of preferred stock that holders can convert into a specified number of common stock shares, usually at any time after a predetermined date.

Common Stock

Shares of ownership in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a portion of the profits through dividends.

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to its shareholders, typically paid regularly (e.g., quarterly).