Which of the Following Descriptions Defines the Family in Its

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions defines the family in its most common form?

• A) a group of people, related by blood, who divide responsibilities, such as child rearing, food provision, and protection
• B) a commitment between two adults who pledge faithfulness to each other
• C) a mother giving birth to her children and providing food and shelter until the age of 18
• D) an enduring commitment between a man and woman who feed, shelter, and nurture their children until they reach maturity

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Definitions:

Procedural Memory

A type of long-term memory that involves the unconscious memory of how to perform tasks, skills, or actions.

Implicit Memory

Unconscious retention in memory, as evidenced by the effect of a previous experience or previously encountered information on current thoughts or actions.

Semantic Memory

A type of long-term memory involving the capacity to recall words, concepts, or numbers, which is essential for the understanding and use of language.

Explicit Memory

Conscious, intentional recollection of an event or of an item of information.