The family structure that was most prevalent in the first settlements in the United States was

A) nuclear.
B) multigenerational.
C) single parent.
D) multifamily.

Nuclear

Pertaining to the nucleus, or in a social context, referring to a family unit consisting of parents and their children.

Multigenerational

Describing families, households, or other groups that include members from several generations, often leading to diverse dynamics and interactions.

Single Parent

An individual who is not married or in a living-together relationship and who has most of the day-to-day responsibilities in raising a child or children.