Which of the following definitions best matches the U.S. Bureau of Census definition of family?
a. everyone in a household regardless of relationship
b. father, mother, and children
c. a group of two or more people related by birth, marriage, or adoption and residing together
d. a household of only those related by marriage(s) or birth, which would include extended family
C
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A Incorrect. Close, but not precise enough for the U. S. Bureau of Census.
B Incorrect. Close, but not expansive enough for the U. S. Bureau of Census.
C Correct. U. S. Bureau of Census defines family as a group of two or more persons related by birth, marriage, or adoption and residing together. The Census Bureau has used this definition for years.
D Incorrect. The diversity of family structures in the U. S. requires that extended family be included, but not according to the Census Bureau.
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