Author Question: In some states a minor can become emancipated without going through the courts by: a. getting ... (Read 49 times)

mspears3 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

In some states a minor can become emancipated without going through the courts by:

a. getting notarized signed permission by the caregivers
b. being thrown out of the parental home
c. making more money than the caregivers or having a full-time job
d. joining the military, marrying, or becoming a parent

Question 2

A parent of a school-age child states that the family members all enjoy watching television. They do not understand why television use should be restricted. The nurse explains that unlimited television viewing:

a. Can displace active recreation
b. Can encourage reading
c. Will have no impact on school performance
d. Will have no impact on how the child feels about life

macagnavarro · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

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A Incorrect. A notarized signed permission does not achieve legal recognition for emancipation required by state laws.
B Incorrect. Being thrown out of the parental home does not achieve legal recognition for emancipation required by state laws.
C Incorrect. Making more money than the caregivers or having a full-time job does not confer legal emancipation required by state laws.
D Correct. In some states, a minor may become automatically emancipated by marrying, joining the military, or becoming a parent before the age of majority

Answer to Question 2

A
Excessive TV viewing can displace active recreation. Children are less likely to read if they spend long hours in from of the TV. Children can be negatively influenced about life, especially when they view excessive violence on TV.