As a Cultural Phenomenon,the Notion of Adoption or Exchange of Children

question 70

Multiple Choice

As a cultural phenomenon,the notion of adoption or exchange of children is fairly common in Canada today.What is its status in other cultures?

• A) It has only been practised by roughly 20 percent of the world's cultures.
• B) While it is quite rare in some cultures,it is very common in others.
• C) It is a universally common phenomenon practised by all cultures.
• D) In most countries,it is simply an informal arrangement with no legal status.

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