Marilyn and John Have Bought a Beautiful House in the Suburbs

question 10

Multiple Choice

Marilyn and John have bought a beautiful house in the suburbs. While John works all day at an office in the city, Marilyn devotes herself to keeping the house and children scrubbed, preparing gourmet meals, wallpapering the den, ironing the household laundry, and reading books about how to keep her marriage functioning smoothly. What type of family is exemplified here?

• A) the patriarchal family
• B) the nuclear family
• C) the matriarchal family
• D) the traditional nuclear family

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Definitions:

Partnership

A business setup legally recognized, involving two or more partners sharing both management responsibilities and profits.

Partnership Agreement

A legally binding contract between partners that outlines the terms of the business relationship, roles, and responsibilities.

Total Investment

The complete amount of money invested in a particular project, asset, or portfolio, including all forms of investment such as stocks, bonds, and real estate.

Responsibilities

Duties or tasks that one is required or expected to perform as part of a job or role.