Which of the Following Would NOT Be a Family as Defined

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be a family as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau?

• A) a married couple who adopts children from different cultures around the world
• B) a single mother living with children from two different fathers, neither of whom lives with her
• C) an elderly married couple whose children have long since left the nest
• D) three siblings who share an apartment while they attend different schools
• E) three unrelated elderly women who buy a house together and depend on one another for material and emotional support

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Definitions:

Canadian Education

A system managed both at the provincial and federal levels, offering public education from kindergarten through to higher education, characterized by its inclusivity and quality.

Meritocracy

A system or societal structure in which individuals' success and social status are based on their talents, effort, and achievements, rather than on inherited wealth or social class.

Social Resources

Resources derived from social networks and relationships that provide emotional, informational, or practical support.

Formal Education

Structured learning that takes place within an academic institution such as schools or universities, following a set curriculum and leading to recognized qualifications.