Question

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

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

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

Melissa and Adam, who have been engaged for more than 6 years
Melissa and Adam, who have been engaged for more than 6 years
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Answer 1

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.

(That's the common-law scenario — they present themselves as married without a formal ceremony or license.)