Jack and Mark have been living together in a romantic relationship for over two years. They own a home together and pool their income into joint bank accounts. Which of the following statements is true?

A) Jack may be able to put Mark on his health benefits because they have a common law marriage.
B) Jack may be able to put Mark on his health benefits because they are spousal equivalents.
C) Same-sex partners can only be covered on their partner's health insurance in certain geographical areas.
D) Spousal equivalent policies only refer to gay and lesbian relationships.
E) Depending on where they live, their company may be required to provide domestic partner benefits.

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Ankit Mondal 6 C 1 · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : E, Explanation :  Depending on where Jack and Mark live, their company may be required to provide domestic partner benefits. Domestic partner benefits vary depending on location and company policy. Common law marriage is not recognized in all states and spousal equivalent policies are not limited to only same-sex relationships.

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