A marriage in which the couple must follow procedures specified by the state or other jurisdiction,such as buying a license,is called a

A) ceremonial marriage.
B) common-law marriage.
C) legal marriage.
D) licensed marriage

Ceremonial Marriage

A legally binding marriage that is formalized through a recognized ceremony with official documentation.

Common-Law Marriage

A nonceremonial relationship that people establish by living together.

Legal Marriage

A formally recognized union between two individuals in the eyes of the law, conferring certain rights, obligations, and protections.