Charlie is 13 years old and sometimes helps his parents in the corner shop that they run. He helps out stocking shelves at weekends. Charlie attends school and completes his homework during weekdays. Is this an example of Child Labour?

Charlie is 13 years old and sometimes helps his parents in the corner shop that they run. He helps out stocking shelves at weekends. Charlie attends school and completes his homework during weekdays. Is this an example of Child Labour?
A . yes- any work done by a person under the age of 16 is considered child labour
B. yes- Charlie should report his parents to the police
C. no- Charlie is old enough to not be considered a child
D. no- Child Labour doesn’t apply to helping a family business

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Answer: D

Explanation:

4 is correct. Child Labour laws do not prevent a kid helping with a family business, providing that they attend school and the work doesn’t harm them mentally, physically or socially. This is from p.182 of the study guide