Question 1

Many sexually active American teens fail to avoid pregnancy because

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Open communication about contraception is crucial for preventing unwanted pregnancies. Without adequate education and discussion, teens may not fully understand the importance of using contraception or may be too afraid or embarrassed to talk about it. Media portrayals and sex education classes may also play a role, but the lack of communication with parents, partners, and peers is a common factor.

Question 2

Teens are more likely to delay sex if they have ________ levels of intelligence and ________ levels of religious engagement.

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The answer of Teens are more likely to delay sex...

Question 3

One's sexual orientation refers to a(n)________ members of one's own sex,the other sex,or both sexes.

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Sexual orientation refers to one's enduring sexual attraction toward members of their own sex, the other sex, or both sexes.

Question 4

A homosexual orientation is

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Homosexual orientation is considered a stable aspect of an individual's identity, and efforts to change someone's sexual orientation through therapy or other means have been largely discredited and are considered unethical by many psychological and medical organizations.

Question 5

Research on the environmental conditions that influence sexual orientation indicates that

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Research has consistently found no significant differences in parenting or family background between homosexuals and heterosexuals, indicating that environmental factors likely do not play a major role in determining sexual orientation.

Question 6

Teens who use alcohol prior to sexual intercourse experience

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Research has shown that alcohol consumption can lead to reduced self-awareness and impaired decision-making abilities, including the decision to use condoms. Therefore, teens who use alcohol prior to sexual intercourse are more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors, such as not using condoms.

Question 7

More women than men report having had at least one same-sex contact,even though males' homosexuality rate exceeds the female rate.This is best explained by the fact that compared with men,women's sexual orientation is

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Research has shown that female sexual orientation is more variable and less strongly felt than male sexual orientation. This means that while men may have a higher overall rate of homosexuality, women may have more fluidity in their sexual attraction and behavior, leading to a greater likelihood of same-sex experiences. Additionally, societal factors such as gender typing may play a role in shaping women's attitudes towards same-sex behavior.

Question 8

MTV's series 16 and Pregnant portrays the consequences of unprotected sex and the challenges of having a child.After analyzing the series' viewership rates over time,researchers concluded that the program led to

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The statement "the program led to a decrease in the national teen pregnancy rate" suggests that the show may have had a positive impact on reducing teen pregnancies by discouraging unprotected sex. This conclusion is supported by studies that have found a correlation between teen pregnancy rates and the airing of the show.

Question 9

Elaina felt so passionate while interacting with her girlfriend that her feelings overwhelmed her intentions to delay having sex.Her behavior is best explained by the fact that sexual arousal

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Sexual arousal can activate the brain's reward system, leading to reduced impulse control and increased willingness to engage in sexual behavior. This can sometimes lead to individuals engaging in sexual behavior without fully considering the consequences, such as using protection or waiting until they are ready.

Question 10

Pregnancy rates among American teens are ______.Compared with European teens,American teens have a ______ rate of pregnancy.

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Pregnancy rates among American teens have been decreasing over the years, but they still remain higher compared to European teens.

Question 11

Men tend to experience ________ frequent and ________ romantic fantasies about sex than do women.

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Research has consistently shown that men tend to have more frequent and more elaborate sexual fantasies than women. While both men and women have sexual fantasies, men's fantasies typically involve more varied partners, more explicit acts, and more objectified depictions of women.

Question 12

Mass media scenarios that shape our expectations about how to develop a sexual relationship are

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Mass media scenarios such as movies, TV shows, and books often depict a certain type of sexual relationship and set expectations for how individuals should behave in these situations. These expectations become social scripts that are internalized and guide our behavior and thoughts about sex and relationships.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true about sexual fantasizing?

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Fantasizing about sex is a normal and healthy part of human sexuality, and does not necessarily indicate a problem or dissatisfaction with one's sexual experiences.

Question 14

A culturally modeled guide for how to act in particular situations is called a(n)

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A culturally modeled guide for how to act in particular situations is called a social script. Response cycle refers to stages of physiological and psychological responses to a stimulus, behavioral syndrome refers to a suite of related behaviors that are often seen together in a particular species or group, and natural selection refers to the process by which heritable traits that increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction are passed on to future generations.

Question 15

Sixteen-year-old Andre often sends sexually explicit texts ("sexts")to his boyfriend after seeing movie and TV characters sending such messages.His behavior best reflects the impact of the _________ provided by the movies.

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The scenario described suggests that Andre is following a social script - a set of instructions or expectations that dictate appropriate behavior in social situations. In this case, Andre is likely influenced by the portrayal of sexting in movies and TV shows and is emulating what he has seen onscreen. The sexual response cycle, refractory period, and sexual dysfunction are not directly relevant to this scenario.

Question 16

In Europe and the United States about ________ percent of men are gay and about ________ percent of women are lesbian.

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The Kinsey scale, which measures sexual orientation on a spectrum from 0 (exclusively heterosexual) to 6 (exclusively homosexual), found that approximately 3-4% of men are exclusively homosexual and approximately 2% of women are exclusively homosexual.

Question 17

The more sexual content adolescents view on TV and in movies,the more likely they are to

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Research studies have consistently shown that exposure to sexual content in media is associated with increased perception of peers’ sexual behavior among adolescents. This can lead to a “perception gap” where adolescents overestimate the prevalence of sexual activity among their peers, which in turn can lead to increased sexual risk-taking. There is no evidence to suggest that exposure to sexual content in media leads to more conversations with parents about contraception or increased attraction to sexual partners. While some studies have found an association between exposure to sexual content in media and delayed onset of sexual intercourse, there is not enough evidence to support option D as a definitive answer.

Question 18

Abraham,a 25-year-old student,is heterosexual;his brother Chaim,a 21-year-old college senior,is homosexual.The brothers obviously differ in their

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The brothers differ in their sexual orientation, which refers to one's enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and sexual attractions towards individuals of a particular gender. Heterosexuality is the attraction to the opposite sex, while homosexuality is the attraction to the same sex. Gender identity refers to one's sense of being male, female, or non-binary; sexual response cycle refers to the physiological responses that occur during sexual activity; and habituation refers to a decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure. None of these concepts differentiate between heterosexual and homosexual individuals.

Question 19

In one survey,72 percent of sexually active 12- to 17-year-old American girls said

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The correct answer is D) they regretted having had sex. This reflects concerns about decisions made at a young age and the potential for regret regarding early sexual activity.

Question 20

Lower rates of pregnancy have been observed among teens who have

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Research has shown that youth who participate in service-learning programs tend to have lower rates of sexual activity and pregnancy. This may be due to the positive impact of these programs on self-esteem, educational achievement, and peer relationships, which can in turn reduce sexual risk-taking. The other choices (A, B, and C) do not have any research evidence linking them to lower rates of pregnancy among teens.

Quiz 4: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality