In addition to second parent adoptions, it may be possible in states like Massachusetts for a nonparent to use ________ to adopt a partner's child.

A. Adoption by estoppel
B. A guardian ad litem
C. Involuntary adoption
D. Stepparent adoption


Answer: D

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a. unfair c. unreasonable b. intrusive d. none of the above

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a. Same-race b. Same-sex c. None of the above d. Different-race

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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