Question 1

Following the birth of a child, what happens to marital satisfaction?

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that marital satisfaction often declines after the birth of a child due to the increased stress, changes in roles and responsibilities, and decreased couple time and intimacy. However, this doesn't mean that all couples experience a decline in satisfaction and some may actually experience an increase in satisfaction.

Question 2

In most countries, what percentage of young adults have at least one child?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In most countries, what percentage of young...

Question 3

Approximately what percentage of women in the United States become parents by 40 years of age?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 80% of women in the United States become parents by the age of 40.

Question 4

For young adults in rural traditional cultures, becoming ____ is a highly important event in terms of their status in their community.

Accepted Answer

Becoming a parent is a highly important event in traditional rural cultures as it signifies the ability to continue the family legacy and contribute to the community's growth through the upbringing of children. In such cultures, parenthood is also seen as a significant social status, and young adults are expected to marry and have children to fulfill their duties towards their families and societies. Thus, becoming a parent holds immense significance for young adults in rural traditional cultures.

Question 5

Approximately what percentage of women in Iceland become parents by 40 years of age?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 98% of women in Iceland become parents by 40 years of age, which is one of the highest rates in the world.

Question 6

Your friend is discussing his sex life with you. He is a little worried that his wife rarely experiences orgasm when they engage in sexual activity. What would you tell him?

Accepted Answer

Studies show that only around 30% of women consistently experience orgasm during intercourse, so his wife's experience is not necessarily unusual. It's important to communicate with his partner and explore other ways to ensure her pleasure and satisfaction during sexual activity.

Question 7

Among American partners who both have less than a high school degree, how many marriages end in divorce within 5 years?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Among American partners who both have less...

Question 8

Your friend and his girlfriend are breaking up. He has been very involved with their children, who are 3 and 6 years old. How likely is it that he will be the parent who will serve as the primary caregiver and custodial parent?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your friend and his girlfriend are breaking...

Question 9

In Europe, Canada and the United States, what percentage of births are to single mothers?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, approximately 40% of births in Europe, Canada and the United States are to single mothers.

Question 10

In the United States, what is the rate of single motherhood in African Americans?

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2019, the rate of single motherhood among African Americans was 70%.

Question 11

Your best friend from elementary school moved years ago with her family to Denmark, where her grandparents and parents grew up. You have kept in touch with her and found out that she is now pregnant, but she and her long-term partner are not married. From your developmental course, what do you know about single motherhood in northern European countries?

Accepted Answer

In northern European countries, it is very common for couples to cohabit for years and have children before getting married. Therefore, it is not uncommon for single mothers to raise children without being married.

Question 12

Across countries, about what percentage of single parents are single mothers?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Across countries, about what percentage of single...

Question 13

What is the phrase used to describe parents working together to meet the challenges of child care, sharing the responsibilities of parenting and providing support to each other?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the phrase used to describe...

Question 14

Approximately what percentage of women in Germany become parents by 40 years of age?

Accepted Answer

According to the European Union's statistical office, Eurostat, approximately 70% of women in Germany have become parents by the age of 40.

Question 15

In the United States, what is the rate of single motherhood in White Americans?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States, what is the...

Question 16

Based upon national statistics cited in the text, African American women are about ____ likely to be single mothers when compared to White American women.

Accepted Answer

According to the text, African American women are two and a half times more likely to be single mothers compared to White American women. Therefore, the best choice would be C, twice as likely.

Question 17

According to Donald Super, during what stage do occupational choices become more focused?

Accepted Answer

According to Donald Super's career development theory, during the Specification stage, individuals begin to focus more specifically on their occupational goals and preferences, and start to gather more detailed information about their chosen career paths.

Question 18

Why does marital satisfaction decline during the period in which child rearing occurs?

Accepted Answer

Caring for children is demanding and places additional stresses on the marriage. Raising children is a huge responsibility and requires a lot of time, energy, and resources from both partners, which can lead to exhaustion, frustration, and disagreements. This can lead to a decline in marital satisfaction. The other options (lack of sexual relations, love fading away, job stresses) may contribute to marital dissatisfaction in some cases, but they are not the primary reason why marital satisfaction declines during child rearing.

Question 19

As compared to the gender roles in many traditional cultures, the gender roles in many developed countries are ____.

Accepted Answer

Traditional cultures often have strict and rigid gender roles, with specific expectations for men and women in various aspects of life. In many developed countries, gender roles are less defined and there is more flexibility and fluidity in terms of what is considered masculine or feminine behavior.

Question 20

In many rural traditional cultures, ____ is considered the main goal and function of young adult women, and women must have ____.

Accepted Answer

In many traditional rural cultures, the main goal and function of young adult women is to bear children and continue the family line. Women must have a child to be fully accepted by their husband's family and gain respect and status within the community. This is essential for the survival of the family unit and the maintenance of social stability. Therefore, fertility is considered a crucial factor for women in these societies.

Quiz 10: Young Adulthood