Phillip and Maria cohabitate, but when they are out in public they do not present themselves as husband and wife. Which of the following statements is correct regarding Phillip and Maria?

A. They do not have a common law marriage.
B. They have a common law marriage.
C. They have a consensual marriage.
D. They have an unofficial marriage.


Answer: A

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