Question 1

The sociological definition of the family includes

Accepted Answer

The sociological definition of family includes a variety of living arrangements and relationships, including unmarried same-sex couples, as it focuses on the bonds and structures that create a sense of family, rather than strictly biological or marital connections.

Question 2

The ___________ divorce rate refers to the number of divorces per 1,000 married women.

Accepted Answer

The term "refined divorce rate" specifically measures the number of divorces per 1,000 married women, offering a more precise understanding of divorce trends within the context of those who are actually married, as opposed to the entire population.

Question 3

The percentage of births that are to unmarried women ________________ in recent years.

Accepted Answer

The percentage of births to unmarried women has increased to an all-time high in recent years, reflecting broader social and cultural shifts.

Question 4

Developed nations generally have ____________ less developed nations.

Accepted Answer

Developed nations generally have more egalitarian marriages than less developed nations due to higher levels of gender equality, education, and economic opportunities for women.

Question 5

An emerging family form known as "living apart together" relationships is one in which

Accepted Answer

"Living apart together" relationships refer to couples, whether married or unmarried, who decide to maintain separate residences while still considering themselves to be in a committed relationship. This arrangement allows partners to enjoy their relationship without cohabiting.

Question 6

Josh and Martha are married and lived together until Josh's job moved to a different city. Martha stayed behind with the children in their old house. Josh visits as often as he can. Josh and Martha have a _____________ marriage.​

Accepted Answer

A commuter marriage is one in which the spouses live apart for work-related reasons but maintain their marital relationship, which describes Josh and Martha's situation.

Question 7

Which trend occurred in recent years in U.S. families?

Accepted Answer

Recent years have seen an increase in the number of interracial couples in the U.S., reflecting greater social acceptance and changing demographics.

Question 8

Polyandry is ______ than polygyny.

Accepted Answer

Polyandry, the practice of a woman having more than one husband, is less common worldwide compared to polygyny, where a man has more than one wife. Polygyny is more widely practiced across various cultures and societies.

Question 9

A succession of marriages where a person has more than one spouse over a lifetime but is legally married to only one person at a time is

Accepted Answer

Serial monogamy refers to the practice of being married to one person at a time but having multiple such marriages, one after the other, throughout one's life.

Question 10

Nonmarital childbirth is most common in

Accepted Answer

The answer of Nonmarital childbirth is most common in
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Question 11

In a(n)______________ parents or a third party choose the spouse for a young person.

Accepted Answer

Arranged marriage is the correct term for a marriage in which parents or a third party choose the spouse for a young person, rather than the individuals selecting their own partners.

Question 12

According to the U.S. Census, a family

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Census defines a family as two or more persons related by blood, marriage, or adoption who are living together. This definition encompasses a wide range of family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family.

Question 13

A form of marriage that involves one husband having more than one wife is

Accepted Answer

Polygyny is the form of marriage where a man has more than one wife at the same time.

Question 14

In the United States, same-sex marriages

Accepted Answer

Same-sex marriages are legal in all fifty states in the United States, following the Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges on June 26, 2015, which requires all states to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples and to recognize same-sex marriages validly performed in other jurisdictions.

Question 15

In general, under U.S. laws

Accepted Answer

Stepparents generally do not have the same legal obligations to stepchildren as they do to biological children, including responsibilities for support and rights to custody. Legal obligations and rights typically require formal adoption processes to be established.

Question 16

The divorce rate has changed since the early 1980s. One reasons is

Accepted Answer

Americans getting married at older ages is associated with more mature decision-making and stability, which can contribute to a lower divorce rate.

Question 17

Significant changes occurring in U.S. families and households over the last several decades include

Accepted Answer

Significant changes in U.S. families and households include an increase in births to unmarried women, reflecting shifts in societal norms and family structures.

Question 18

What is the legal status of living together?

Accepted Answer

The legal status of living together varies by state, and while it is legal in most places, there are a few states where it can still be considered illegal under certain circumstances. The other options are incorrect because not all states recognize common-law marriage after seven years (A), it is not officially illegal in all states (C), and living together is not the same as a domestic partnership in all states (D).

Question 19

The percentage of people who cohabit __________________ since 1980.

Accepted Answer

The percentage of people who cohabit has more than doubled since 1980, reflecting significant changes in social norms and attitudes towards marriage and cohabitation.

Question 20

Which of the following is a change occurring in U.S. marriages and families?

Accepted Answer

There has been a notable increase in divorces among middle-aged and older couples, often referred to as "gray divorce," reflecting broader societal changes and shifting attitudes towards marriage and divorce.

Quiz 5: Family Problems

The sociological definition of the family includes

The ___________ divorce rate refers to the number of divorces per 1,000 married women.

The percentage of births that are to unmarried women ________________ in recent years.

Developed nations generally have ____________ less developed nations.

An emerging family form known as "living apart together" relationships is one in which

Josh and Martha are married and lived together until Josh's job moved to a different city. Martha stayed behind with the children in their old house. Josh visits as often as he can. Josh and Martha have a _____________ marriage.

Which trend occurred in recent years in U.S. families?

Polyandry is ______ than polygyny.

A succession of marriages where a person has more than one spouse over a lifetime but is legally married to only one person at a time is

Nonmarital childbirth is most common in

In a(n) ______________ parents or a third party choose the spouse for a young person.

According to the U.S. Census, a family

A form of marriage that involves one husband having more than one wife is

In the United States, same-sex marriages

In general, under U.S. laws

The divorce rate has changed since the early 1980s. One reasons is

Significant changes occurring in U.S. families and households over the last several decades include

What is the legal status of living together?

The percentage of people who cohabit __________________ since 1980.

Which of the following is a change occurring in U.S. marriages and families?

Quiz 5: Family Problems

The sociological definition of the family includes

The ___________ divorce rate refers to the number of divorces per 1,000 married women.

The percentage of births that are to unmarried women ________________ in recent years.

Developed nations generally have ____________ less developed nations.

An emerging family form known as "living apart together" relationships is one in which

Josh and Martha are married and lived together until Josh's job moved to a different city. Martha stayed behind with the children in their old house. Josh visits as often as he can. Josh and Martha have a _____________ marriage.​

Which trend occurred in recent years in U.S. families?

Polyandry is ______ than polygyny.

A succession of marriages where a person has more than one spouse over a lifetime but is legally married to only one person at a time is

Nonmarital childbirth is most common in

In a(n) ______________ parents or a third party choose the spouse for a young person.

According to the U.S. Census, a family

A form of marriage that involves one husband having more than one wife is

In the United States, same-sex marriages

In general, under U.S. laws

The divorce rate has changed since the early 1980s. One reasons is

Significant changes occurring in U.S. families and households over the last several decades include

What is the legal status of living together?

The percentage of people who cohabit __________________ since 1980.

Which of the following is a change occurring in U.S. marriages and families?

Josh and Martha are married and lived together until Josh's job moved to a different city. Martha stayed behind with the children in their old house. Josh visits as often as he can. Josh and Martha have a _____________ marriage.