Which of the Following Is an Example of a Personal

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a personal family?

• A) a family friend who you call "auntie" but who does not consider herself part of your family
• B) a stepchild who considers him- or herself part of the family and whose stepparent considers the stepchild part of the family
• C) your best friend, who also considers you his or her best friend
• D) your family pet

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