Question

What is a "nuclear family"?

A. A household made up of a father, mother, and their children
B. A household provided for by a manufacturing worker
C. A household with advanced appliances, gadgets, or automobiles
D. A household provide for by a white-collar worker.

Answer 1

A "nuclear family" is A, a household made up of a father, mother, and their children.

The term is often used when talking about traditional families vs diverse families (families that don't follow the "nuclear family" model. Ex: same-sex couples with adopted children).

Answer 2

A nuclear family is :

A. A household made up of a father,mother and their children.