Question

Which of the following scenarios is an example of a couple that falls under "common-law"?(1 point)
Responses

Melissa and Adam, who have been engaged for more than 6 years
Melissa and Adam, who have been engaged for more than 6 years

Jody and Mike, who agreed to refer to each other as husband and wife even though they did not have a civil or religious marriage ceremony
Jody and Mike, who agreed to refer to each other as husband and wife even though they did not have a civil or religious marriage ceremony

Samantha and Brock, who got married at a courthouse
Samantha and Brock, who got married at a courthouse

Ann and Stuart, who just signed their legally binding marriage license

Answer 1

Jody and Mike — they hold themselves out as husband and wife without a formal civil or religious ceremony, which is the essence of a common‑law marriage.