The Primary Care Doctrine was a doctrine that_______ and was _______
A) replaced the Tender Years Doctrine in West Virginia and other states soon after; appealing because it acknowledged the importance of the mother's traditional role, but, at the same time, gave custody to those men who have been deeply involved in the day to day life of their children
B) was instituted before the Tender Years Doctrine; appealing because it awarded custody of the child to the parent who had the best financial means to support him or her, and, therefore, was primary care-taker.
C) Was an amendment to the Tender Years Doctrine; was appealing because it guaranteed medical coverage for the child by designated him or her to the parent who was best equipped in this fashion
D) Never was passed; disregarded because of its implausibility

Question

The Primary Care Doctrine was a doctrine that_______ 	and was _______
A) replaced the Tender Years Doctrine in West Virginia and other states soon after; appealing because it acknowledged the importance of the mother's traditional role, but, at the same time, gave custody to those men who have been deeply involved in the day to day life of their children
B) was instituted before the Tender Years Doctrine; appealing because it awarded custody of the child to the parent who had the best financial means to support him or her, and, therefore, was primary care-taker.
C) Was an amendment to the Tender Years Doctrine; was appealing because it guaranteed medical coverage for the child by designated him or her to the parent who was best equipped in this fashion
D) Never was passed; disregarded because of its implausibility

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Primary Care Doctrine replaced the Tender Years Doctrine, recognizing the importance of the mother's role while also considering the involvement of fathers in their children's lives, thus moving towards a more equitable approach in custody decisions.

The Primary Care Doctrine Was a Doctrine That_______ and Was