How Is Custody of Minor Children Usually Handled in Divorce

question 87

Multiple Choice

How is custody of minor children usually handled in divorce cases?

• A) Fathers are now slightly more likely than mothers to receive custody.
• B) Mothers always receive custody.
• C) Mothers receive custody in a disproportionate number of cases.
• D) Joint custody is awarded in the majority of cases.
• E) Mothers and fathers are about equally likely to receive custody.

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Definitions:

Collateral Contracts

Collateral contracts are supplementary agreements made in addition to a primary contract, which impose additional obligations or conditions related to the primary contract's terms.

Guarantor

An individual or entity that agrees to be responsible for another's debt or contractual obligations if the original party fails to meet their terms.

Principal Debtor

The main party obligated to repay a loan or debt.

Parol Evidence Rule

A legal principle that prevents parties from using oral or extrinsic evidence to contradict, vary, or add to the terms of a written contract.