Question 1

Cameron suffers from a sexually transmitted infection,which has weakened his immune system and made him vulnerable to a variety of infectious diseases.Cameron most clearly suffers from

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described in the scenario suggest that Cameron suffers from AIDS, which is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV weakens the immune system, making individuals vulnerable to a variety of infectious diseases. While herpes and HPV are also sexually transmitted infections, they do not necessarily damage the immune system in the same way that HIV does. Erectile disorder, while also potentially impacting sexual health, is not related to Cameron's symptoms.

Question 2

Women are more likely than men to experience

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Women are more likely than men to experience sexually romantic fantasies. This is consistent with research findings that suggest women's fantasies often involve more emotional and relational content.

Question 3

Studies show a significant link between oral sex and the

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Studies have shown that oral sex can transmit the human papillomavirus (HPV), which can lead to the development of various types of cancer, including cervical cancer. It is important for individuals to practice safe sex and get screened regularly for HPV and other sexually transmitted infections.

Question 4

Most women who experience sexual distress relate it to

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The answer of Most women who experience sexual distress relate...

Question 5

Natasha and Sergio's daughter is thinking of becoming sexually active,so they arrange for her to receive a vaccination that will probably prevent a certain STI infection.Which STI are Natasha and Sergio trying to prevent?

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The vaccination being referred to in the scenario is most likely the HPV vaccine, which can prevent the human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. This virus is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause genital warts and increase the risk of certain cancers. The scenario does not mention AIDS or HIV specifically, although these are also serious STIs that can be prevented through safe sex practices and/or medication. Female orgasmic disorder is a condition related to sexual dysfunction, and is not an STI.

Question 6

AIDS results from the transmission of ________ from an infected sexual partner.

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AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which is transmitted through bodily fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. While other sexually transmitted infections such as HPV can increase the risk of HIV transmission, they do not directly cause AIDS. An intersex condition or sexual dysfunction also do not cause AIDS.

Question 7

Research suggests that after 18-year-old Kalani has looked at magazine pictures of sexually attractive women,he will be

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Research suggests that after looking at images of sexually attractive women, men are more likely to perceive their romantic partners as less attractive. This phenomenon is known as the "contrast effect" and is believed to occur because the standard for attractiveness has been raised in the individual's mind. Therefore, Kalani is less likely to perceive his girlfriend as attractive after looking at such images.

Question 8

During the 1920s,when Western women's rising hemlines first reached the knee,many male hearts fluttered when viewing a woman's legs.The fact that many men today would hardly notice best illustrates the impact of

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Habituation, which is the decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure, is the most likely explanation for why men today would hardly notice a woman's legs, despite the fact that in the 1920s it caused a stir. This suggests that over time, an individual's initial response to a stimulus can diminish with repeated exposure, leading to a decreased reaction or awareness.

Question 9

Following intercourse,infected semen can linger in a woman's vagina and cervix.This is one reason that the number of women worldwide who experience ________ has been increasing.

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Infected semen can transmit HIV, the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), leading to an increase in the number of women experiencing this condition worldwide.

Question 10

An integrated understanding of sexual motivation in terms of sex hormones,sexual fantasies,and cultural values is most clearly provided by a reliance on

Accepted Answer

In order to have a comprehensive understanding of sexual motivation, it is important to consider multiple levels of analysis, including biological factors like sex hormones, psychological factors like sexual fantasies, and cultural factors like values and norms. This approach allows for a more integrated and holistic perspective on sexual motivation. The other answer choices (A, C, and D) do not adequately capture the complexity and multidimensionality of sexual motivation.

Question 11

Anne is distressed by her inability to have an orgasm during sexual intercourse.Her difficulty is most clearly an indication of

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Anne's inability to have an orgasm during sexual intercourse is a symptom of female orgasmic disorder, which is characterized by persistent or recurrent delay in, or absence of, orgasm following a normal sexual excitement phase. Refractory period refers to the period of time during which a man is unable to have another orgasm immediately after ejaculation. Habituation refers to a decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure. STI (sexually transmitted infection) can cause various symptoms, but difficulty in having an orgasm is not typically one of them. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is D.

Question 12

Matt is distressed because he consistently experiences orgasm during intercourse much more quickly than he wants to.His difficulty is most clearly an indication of

Accepted Answer

Matt's difficulty of experiencing orgasm during intercourse much more quickly than he wants to is a symptom of premature ejaculation.

Question 13

Which of the following is passed much more often from men to women than from women to men?

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HIV transmission is much more likely from men to women due to biological factors such as the greater susceptibility of women's genital tissues to tears and abrasions during sex, as well as cultural factors such as unequal power dynamics in sexual relationships. The other options may affect both men and women fairly equally.

Question 14

Condoms have been ________ in preventing certain skin-to-skin STIs,such as herpes.Condoms have been ________ in preventing transmission of HIV.

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The answer of Condoms have been ________ in preventing certain...

Question 15

Premature ejaculation is a type of

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Premature ejaculation is a type of sexual dysfunction, specifically a form of ejaculation disorder where a man ejaculates too quickly during sexual activity, without control.

Question 16

When sexually aroused,people perform poorly on measures of

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When sexually aroused, people may have difficulty controlling their impulses and are more likely to engage in risky or impulsive behaviors. This can lead to poor decision-making and an inability to resist temptation, ultimately impacting their performance on measures of impulse control. Self-esteem, neuroticism, and extraversion are not necessarily related to sexual arousal in a direct way.

Question 17

Mark and Veronica,as part of marriage therapy,tell each other their sexual fantasies.Based on the research,Mark is likely to fantasize about sex ________ frequently and ________ romantically than Veronica.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that men tend to fantasize about sex more frequently and less romantically than women. Therefore, Mark is more likely to choose option C, which states that he fantasizes about sex more frequently and less romantically than Veronica.

Question 18

Professor Branson emphasizes that gender differences in sexual behavior reflect the interactive influences of physiological processes,cultural norms,and people's unique sexual values and commitments.The professor's emphasis best illustrates

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The professor's emphasis on the interactive influences of physiological processes, cultural norms, and people's unique sexual values and commitments highlights the importance of examining the many different levels of analysis that contribute to gender differences in sexual behavior. This approach aligns with the principles of a multi-level analysis perspective. Options A, B, and D do not fully capture the multifaceted nature of the professor's perspective.

Question 19

Sexually active unmarried teens are more likely to use contraceptives if they

Accepted Answer

Being in an exclusive sexual relationship involving open communication encourages the use of contraceptives as partners are more likely to discuss and plan for safe sex. Underestimating peers' sexual activity does not necessarily lead to increased contraceptive use. Not wanting to appear sexually promiscuous may lead to avoiding contraceptive use. Extensive exposure to TV shows with unmarried people having sex may normalize the behavior but does not necessarily lead to increased contraceptive use.

Question 20

Mr.and Mrs.Kohl plan to spend their evening watching X-rated sex movies.Watching these films is most likely to increase

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X-rated sex movies are designed to be sexually provocative and explicit, and watching them is likely to increase sexual arousal levels in both men and women.

Quiz 4: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality