How Was the Concept of Parens Patriae Was First Used

question 7

Multiple Choice

How was the concept of parens patriae was first used by English kings? ​

• A)To intervene in the lives of children whose parents were peasants and unable to care for them
• B)To intervene in the lives of children who engaged in criminal acts
• C)To intervene in the lives of children whose position and property were of direct concern to the monarch
• D)To intervene in the lives of children who were intellectually challenged and could not care for themselves

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Definitions:

Articles of Partnership

A legal document that specifies the rights, duties, and obligations of each partner participating in a partnership business.

Marital Status

The legally defined relationship status of an individual in regard to marriage, such as single, married, divorced, or widowed.

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Documents and ledgers that contain the financial transactions and information of an entity, used to prepare financial statements.

Capital Section

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