Question 1

Psychologist Robert Sternberg proposed a theory of love.

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A)  square 
B)  round 
C)  triangular 
D)  quaternary 
A)  square 
B)  round 
C)  triangular 
D)  quaternary

Question 2

Americans tend to choose partners who are like themselves in many ways. This situation is called .

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The answer of Americans tend to choose partners who are...

Question 3

According to psychologist Beverly Smallwood, which of the following is NOT one of the most common love myths?

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A)  The right person will meet all my needs. 
B)  Individuals are not able to change who they really are. 
C)  Love will conquer all. 
D)  Love is a feeling. 
A)  The right person will meet all my needs. 
B)  Individuals are not able to change who they really are. 
C)  Love will conquer all. 
D)  Love is a feeling.

Question 4

According to the perspective, dating couples choose either to stay committed or to break up by weighing the rewards of their relationship against its costs.

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A)  functionalist 
B)  exchange 
C)  social conflict 
D)  interactionist 
A)  functionalist 
B)  exchange 
C)  social conflict 
D)  interactionist

Question 5

Robert Winch proposed the theory of , whereby people are attracted to partners whose needs complement their own.

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A)  rating and dating 
B)  complementary needs 
C)  assortative mating 
D)  harmonious needs 
A)  rating and dating 
B)  complementary needs 
C)  assortative mating 
D)  harmonious needs

Question 6

Consider this statement: "If I can get him/her to do what I want done, then I'll be sure he/she loves me." This reflects

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A)  pragma. 
B)  manipulation. 
C)  storge. 
D)  passion. 
A)  pragma. 
B)  manipulation. 
C)  storge. 
D)  passion.

Question 7

Research suggests that physical violence occurs in about percent of dating relationships.

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A)  5-10 
B)  10-20 
C)  20-40 
D)  50-75 
A)  5-10 
B)  10-20 
C)  20-40 
D)  50-75

Question 8

Suppose that a Puerto Rican marries a Cuban. The situation reflects

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A)  homogamy. 
B)  hypergamy. 
C)  interethnic marriage. 
D)  arranged marriage. 
A)  homogamy. 
B)  hypergamy. 
C)  interethnic marriage. 
D)  arranged marriage.

Question 9

Research suggests several qualities to look for when choosing a spouse. Which of the following is NOT one of those qualities?

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A)  a socially responsible, respectful, and emotionally supportive mate 
B)  someone who demonstrates good communication and problem-solving skills 
C)  a physically attractive, healthy person 
D)  someone who is committed to the relationship and to the value of marriage itself 
A)  a socially responsible, respectful, and emotionally supportive mate 
B)  someone who demonstrates good communication and problem-solving skills 
C)  a physically attractive, healthy person 
D)  someone who is committed to the relationship and to the value of marriage itself

Question 10

Jane married a man from her own social group. Her marital behavior illustrates

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A)  arranged marriage. 
B)  homosexuality. 
C)  endogamy. 
D)  heterogamy. 
A)  arranged marriage. 
B)  homosexuality. 
C)  endogamy. 
D)  heterogamy.

Question 11

Physical attractiveness is especially important in the early stages of a relationship.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The hypothesis assumes that individuals who choose serial cohabitation are different from those who do not; these differences translate into higher divorce rates.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The hypothesis assumes that individuals who choose...

Question 13

Briefly explain how exchange theory helps us to understand the "marriage market."

Accepted Answer

Exchange theory helps us understand the

Question 14

In general, social scientists find that the most stable marriages are those that are homogamous in

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A)  family heritage. 
B)  geographic propinquity. 
C)  parental background. 
D)  age, education, religion and race. 
A)  family heritage. 
B)  geographic propinquity. 
C)  parental background. 
D)  age, education, religion and race.

Question 15

Propinquity refers to availability.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Propinquity refers to availability....

Question 16

Since couples have begun cohabiting in large numbers, the positive relationship between cohabitation and divorce has

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A)  grown stronger. 
B)  weakened. 
C)  stayed about the same. 
D)  completely disappeared. 
A)  grown stronger. 
B)  weakened. 
C)  stayed about the same. 
D)  completely disappeared.

Question 17

Once a couple starts to date, are viewed as places to make an emotional connection and publicize the romance.

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A)  voice messages 
B)  texting and social media 
C)  chat rooms 
D)  blogs 
A)  voice messages 
B)  texting and social media 
C)  chat rooms 
D)  blogs

Question 18

Researchers have found it discouraging that about of abusive dating relationships continue rather than being broken off.

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A)  one quarter 
B)  a third 
C)  half 
D)  three-fourths 
A)  one quarter 
B)  a third 
C)  half 
D)  three-fourths

Question 19

Arranged marriage has been the tradition in societies, where decisions are made based on strong extended family ties.

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A)  capitalist 
B)  collectivist 
C)  primitive 
D)  postindustrial 
A)  capitalist 
B)  collectivist 
C)  primitive 
D)  postindustrial

Question 20

The United States is an example of what cross-cultural researchers call a free-choice culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Psychologist Robert Sternberg proposed a theory of love.

Americans tend to choose partners who are like themselves in many ways. This situation is called .

According to psychologist Beverly Smallwood, which of the following is NOT one of the most common love myths?

According to the perspective, dating couples choose either to stay committed or to break up by weighing the rewards of their relationship against its costs.

Robert Winch proposed the theory of , whereby people are attracted to partners whose needs complement their own.

Consider this statement: "If I can get him/her to do what I want done, then I'll be sure he/she loves me." This reflects

Research suggests that physical violence occurs in about percent of dating relationships.

Suppose that a Puerto Rican marries a Cuban. The situation reflects

Research suggests several qualities to look for when choosing a spouse. Which of the following is NOT one of those qualities?

Jane married a man from her own social group. Her marital behavior illustrates

Physical attractiveness is especially important in the early stages of a relationship.

The hypothesis assumes that individuals who choose serial cohabitation are different from those who do not; these differences translate into higher divorce rates.

Briefly explain how exchange theory helps us to understand the "marriage market."

In general, social scientists find that the most stable marriages are those that are homogamous in

Propinquity refers to availability.

Since couples have begun cohabiting in large numbers, the positive relationship between cohabitation and divorce has

Once a couple starts to date, are viewed as places to make an emotional connection and publicize the romance.

Researchers have found it discouraging that about of abusive dating relationships continue rather than being broken off.

Arranged marriage has been the tradition in societies, where decisions are made based on strong extended family ties.

The United States is an example of what cross-cultural researchers call a free-choice culture.

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Exam 5: Love and Choosing a Life Partner

Psychologist Robert Sternberg proposed a theory of love.

Americans tend to choose partners who are like themselves in many ways. This situation is called .

According to psychologist Beverly Smallwood, which of the following is NOT one of the most common love myths?

According to the perspective, dating couples choose either to stay committed or to break up by weighing the rewards of their relationship against its costs.

Robert Winch proposed the theory of , whereby people are attracted to partners whose needs complement their own.

Consider this statement: "If I can get him/her to do what I want done, then I'll be sure he/she loves me." This reflects

Research suggests that physical violence occurs in about percent of dating relationships.

Suppose that a Puerto Rican marries a Cuban. The situation reflects

Research suggests several qualities to look for when choosing a spouse. Which of the following is NOT one of those qualities?

Jane married a man from her own social group. Her marital behavior illustrates

Physical attractiveness is especially important in the early stages of a relationship.

The hypothesis assumes that individuals who choose serial cohabitation are different from those who do not; these differences translate into higher divorce rates.

Briefly explain how exchange theory helps us to understand the "marriage market."

In general, social scientists find that the most stable marriages are those that are homogamous in

Propinquity refers to availability.

Since couples have begun cohabiting in large numbers, the positive relationship between cohabitation and divorce has

Once a couple starts to date, are viewed as places to make an emotional connection and publicize the romance.

Researchers have found it discouraging that about of abusive dating relationships continue rather than being broken off.

Arranged marriage has been the tradition in societies, where decisions are made based on strong extended family ties.

The United States is an example of what cross-cultural researchers call a free-choice culture.

Making Family Choices in a Changing Society

Exploring Relationships and Families

Gendered Identities and Families

Our Sexual Selves

Marriage: From Social Institution to Private Relationship

Deciding About Parenthood

Raising Children in a Diverse Society

Work and Family

Communication in Relationships, Marriages, and Families

Power and Violence in Families

Family Stress, Crisis, and Resilience

Divorce and Relationship Dissolution

Remarriages and Stepfamilies

Aging and Multigenerational Families

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