What is the difference between a family and a kin group?

A. Kin groups and families are identical.
B. The family is a household unit, and kin do not always live together.
C. Family units include aunts and uncles, but a kin group does not.
D. Kin is a household unit, but a family does not always live together.


Answer: B

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