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Child Support and Special Needs

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What is the purpose of child support?

  1. To provide financial assistance to the parent who has primary custody of the child.

  2. To ensure that both parents contribute to the cost of raising the child.

  3. To punish the parent who is not living with the child.

  4. To discourage parents from having children.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Child support is intended to help the custodial parent cover the costs of raising the child, such as food, clothing, housing, and education.

What factors are considered when determining the amount of child support?

  1. The income of both parents.

  2. The age and needs of the child.

  3. The cost of living in the area where the child lives.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Courts consider all of these factors when determining the amount of child support that should be paid.

What is the difference between child support and alimony?

  1. Child support is paid to the parent who has primary custody of the child, while alimony is paid to the spouse who is not living with the child.

  2. Child support is paid until the child reaches the age of 18, while alimony is paid for a specific period of time or until the spouse remarries.

  3. Child support is based on the income of both parents, while alimony is based on the income of the spouse who is paying it.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these statements are true about the difference between child support and alimony.

What is a special needs child?

  1. A child who has a physical or mental disability that requires additional care and support.

  2. A child who is gifted or talented.

  3. A child who is from a low-income family.

  4. A child who is a victim of abuse or neglect.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A special needs child is a child who has a physical or mental disability that requires additional care and support.

How does a special needs child affect child support?

  1. The amount of child support may be increased to cover the cost of the child's special needs.

  2. The parent who has primary custody of the child may be eligible for additional financial assistance.

  3. The child may be eligible for government benefits.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these statements are true about how a special needs child can affect child support.

What are some of the challenges that parents of special needs children face?

  1. The cost of raising a special needs child can be very high.

  2. Parents may have to deal with discrimination and prejudice.

  3. Parents may have to provide constant care for their child.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these are challenges that parents of special needs children face.

What are some of the resources available to parents of special needs children?

  1. Government benefits.

  2. Support groups.

  3. Special education services.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these resources are available to parents of special needs children.

What is the best way to support a parent of a special needs child?

  1. Be understanding and supportive.

  2. Offer practical help, such as babysitting or running errands.

  3. Educate yourself about special needs.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these are ways to support a parent of a special needs child.

What is the most important thing to remember about child support and special needs?

  1. The goal of child support is to ensure that the child has the financial resources they need to thrive.

  2. Parents of special needs children may need additional financial assistance.

  3. There are resources available to help parents of special needs children.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of these are important things to remember about child support and special needs.

What is the average cost of raising a child with special needs?

  1. $10,000 per year.

  2. $25,000 per year.

  3. $50,000 per year.

  4. $100,000 per year.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The average cost of raising a child with special needs is $50,000 per year.

What percentage of children with special needs live in poverty?

  1. 10%.

  2. 25%.

  3. 50%.

  4. 75%.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

25% of children with special needs live in poverty.

What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

  1. A federal law that guarantees a free and appropriate public education to children with disabilities.

  2. A federal law that provides financial assistance to families of children with disabilities.

  3. A federal law that prohibits discrimination against children with disabilities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IDEA is a federal law that guarantees a free and appropriate public education to children with disabilities, provides financial assistance to families of children with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against children with disabilities.

What is the purpose of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program?

  1. To provide financial assistance to low-income individuals with disabilities.

  2. To provide financial assistance to low-income families with children with disabilities.

  3. To provide financial assistance to low-income individuals who are blind or disabled.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

SSI is a federal program that provides financial assistance to low-income individuals with disabilities, low-income families with children with disabilities, and low-income individuals who are blind or disabled.

What is the Medicaid program?

  1. A federal health insurance program for low-income individuals and families.

  2. A federal health insurance program for children with disabilities.

  3. A federal health insurance program for individuals with disabilities.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medicaid is a federal health insurance program for low-income individuals and families, children with disabilities, and individuals with disabilities.

What is the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?

  1. A federal health insurance program for low-income children.

  2. A federal health insurance program for children with disabilities.

  3. A federal health insurance program for children who are uninsured.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CHIP is a federal health insurance program for low-income children, children with disabilities, and children who are uninsured.

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