In Custody Decisions, the Approximation Rule States That

question 22

Multiple Choice

In custody decisions, the approximation rule states that:

• A) the child should be placed in the home of the parent who makes the most money.
• B) the child should be placed with the mother if the child is young and with the father if the child is old enough to desire such an arrangement.
• C) the child should remain in placement that is true to the caretaking relationship that existed prior to the divorce.
• D) the child should remain with the same-sex parent.

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