The Philosophy of Parens Patriae Holds That the Government Has

question 52

Multiple Choice

The philosophy of parens patriae holds that the government has a humanitarian responsibility to

• A)care for society's weaker members.
• B)keep the mentally ill from having children.
• C)reimburse family members who care for the mentally ill.
• D)protect society at large from the mentally ill.

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Marginal Benefit

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