Teri and her husband are eager to adopt a child. They were told by friends and family that the wait for an infant child could take years. The couple is desirous of a child at any age. What would be the benefit of them adopting through a public agency?

A. There would be no benefit. The wait would be the same.
B. Public agencies have older children from foster homes that are available for adoption.
C. The process is much faster and cheaper.
D. Placement from a public agency results in an immediate, automatic adoption order being issued.


Answer: B

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