Fred has a support order for two children from a previous relationship, and his current live-in girlfriend is now pregnant. Which of his children's mothers will Fred have to pay?

A. In all cases, the "first family first" doctrine keeps the first award intact with no reductions possible.
B. In many jurisdictions, there can be a reduction or adjustment based on the best interest of the child theory.
C. His existing order will be automatically adjusted for the birth of his new child.
D. The birth of his new child will terminate his previous support obligation.


Answer: B

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