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Question 1

what are the different types of families?

Answer 1

1. beanpole families - multiple generations but few members in each gen
2. Empty nest families - children move out and parents live alone
3. nuclear family - mum, dad and biological children where dad is traditionally the breadwinner
4. Extended families - living with extended family members and grand parents
5. reconstituted families - when two adults, perhaps with children from previous relationships, form a new family

Question 2

what is a household?

Answer 2

a person or group of people living in the same house, sharing at least one meal a day and facilities

Question 3

what is a family?

Answer 3

a group of people who are related by kinship ties, relations of blood, marriage/civil partnership or adoption