Question 1

Given the research on gender differences in sexuality, it would make the most sense to suppose that African women and Australian women have ____ sexual lives, while African men and Australian men have ____ sexual lives.

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Question 2

According to the text, a man who likes oral sex will probably enjoy it ____.

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The text states that men who enjoy oral sex are more likely to be opportunistic about it, meaning they will enjoy it whenever and wherever the opportunity arises regardless of the context or the partner.

Question 3

What does the textbook say about the stereotype that women are the gatekeepers of sex (i.e., the ones who generally restrict sex and determine whether and when it will happen)?

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Question 4

Which description comes closest to the social psychological term "extradyadic sex"?

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Extradyadic sex refers to sexual activity that occurs outside of a committed relationship, typically involving cheating or infidelity. Having an affair would be the closest description to this term. The other options do not necessarily imply being in a committed relationship or engaging in cheating or infidelity.

Question 5

According to Daryl Bem's notion of "exotic becomes erotic," if a girl has grown up playing only with other girls, and finds that she is nervous around boys when she hits adolescence, then she is likely to ____.

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According to Bem's theory, if someone has limited or no exposure to members of the opposite sex during childhood, they may find them "exotic" or unfamiliar. As a result, they may misinterpret feelings of nervousness or anxiety around the opposite sex as sexual attraction. Therefore, in the scenario given, the girl is likely to label her nervousness as sexual attraction towards boys.

Question 6

Research has shown that women often eat less than usual when in the presence of others. In general, they tend to eat particularly little when in the presence of an ____.

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Research shows that women tend to eat less when in the presence of an attractive male as they may feel self-conscious or want to appear more attractive themselves.

Question 7

Suppose that Ina is a typical woman and Ted is a typical man. Based on the research discussed in the textbook, which of the following is most likely to be true?

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Based on research mentioned in the textbook, men are more likely than women to report daily thoughts of sex. Therefore, it is more likely that Ted, as a typical man, will say that he thinks about sex on a daily basis. The other options are not supported by the research discussed in the textbook.

Question 8

Some research has suggested that women eat less than usual when they are in the presence of an attractive male. They seem to do this because ____.

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Women may eat less than usual when in the presence of an attractive male because they want to make a good impression on him and appear feminine. This behavior may stem from societal expectations and gender roles that associate femininity with daintiness and restraint, particularly when it comes to food consumption.

Question 9

Consider the common stereotype that views female sexuality as primarily influenced by "nature," and male sexuality as primarily influenced by "culture." What does the text say about this?

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Research finds no support for this stereotype, indicating that both male and female sexualities are influenced by a complex interplay of both nature and culture, rather than being predominantly determined by one or the other.

Question 10

Switching back and forth between heterosexual and homosexual forms of sexuality is apparently more common among women than it is among men. This is an example of the fact that women tend to ____ than men.

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Erotic plasticity refers to the degree to which an individual's sex drive can be shaped by cultural, social, and situational factors. Women tend to have higher levels of erotic plasticity than men, meaning they are more likely to experience changes in their sexual preferences and desires over time. This may explain why women are more likely to switch back and forth between heterosexual and homosexual forms of sexuality.

Question 11

Married people who engage in extramarital sex are ____ to end up getting a divorce than married people who do not.

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Research has consistently shown that married people who engage in extramarital sex are about twice as likely to end up getting a divorce than married people who do not.

Question 12

While highly educated women tend to have very different sexual lives than less educated women, and highly religious women tend to have very different sexual lives than nonreligious women, the corresponding differences for men are much smaller. This is evidence of the fact that women ____.

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Erotic plasticity refers to the degree to which an individual's sexuality can be shaped and altered by social, cultural, and situational factors. Research has shown that women tend to have higher levels of erotic plasticity than men, meaning that they are more likely to have their sexual desires and behaviors influenced by factors such as education and religious beliefs. This would account for the larger differences in sexual behavior observed between highly educated and religious women compared to their less educated and nonreligious counterparts.

Question 13

Research on gender differences in sexuality reveals that, in general, ____.

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Research suggests that men tend to have a stronger sex drive, but women have greater erotic plasticity, meaning that women are generally more open to exploring varied sexual experiences and orientations. However, it is important to note that there is a great deal of individual variability and these differences are not absolute.

Question 14

According to Daryl Bem's notion of "exotic becomes erotic," a young boy is MOST likely to grow up to become a gay adult if ____.

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Bem's theory suggests that the more a child deviates from gender norms in childhood, the more likely they are to become attracted to the same sex as an adult. This includes preferring activities that are typically associated with the opposite gender, such as preferring to play with dolls or enjoy tea parties rather than playing rough-and-tumble games. Therefore, option D is the most likely according to Bem's theory.

Question 15

Which idea offers an explanation for the existence of homosexuality based on Schachter's theory of emotion?

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Schachter's theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal can be labeled based on the situational context in which it occurs. The "exotic becomes erotic" theory proposes that individuals may develop a sexual preference for people who are considered different or exotic to them. Thus, individuals who experience physiological arousal in the presence of same-sex individuals may label this arousal as attraction or desire, leading to homosexuality.

Question 16

What does research indicate about the relationship between extramarital sex and divorce?

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Research indicates that extramarital sex is a strong predictor of divorce for both men and women. Studies have shown that infidelity is one of the most commonly cited reasons for divorce and can lead to a breakdown of trust and communication within the marriage. While the impact may vary depending on individual circumstances, extramarital sex is generally considered a significant risk factor for divorce.

Question 17

Which of the following stereotypes about gender differences in sexuality appears, in a general sense, to be true?

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Question 18

According to the textbook, which percentage is probably the most accurate estimate of men in the U.S. who have extramarital affairs?

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Question 19

The tendency for the sex drive to be shaped and altered by social, cultural, and situational factors refers to ____.

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Erotic plasticity refers to the idea that one's sex drive is not static, and can be influenced by a variety of factors such as cultural norms, life experiences, and situational factors. This idea is supported by research showing that people's sexual attitudes, desires, and practices can change over time and across different contexts.

Question 20

As described in the textbook, Daryl Bem's notion of "exotic becomes erotic" ____.

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While some aspects of Bem's theory have received support, such as the finding that people are often attracted to those who are dissimilar to themselves, other aspects such as the idea that early childhood experiences can shape one's sexual preferences have not been empirically validated. Therefore, while some find the theory interesting, it is not fully supported by research and remains controversial.

Quiz 12: Close Relationships: Passion, Intimacy, and Sexuality

Given the research on gender differences in sexuality, it would make the most sense to suppose that African women and Australian women have sexual lives, while African men and Australian men have sexual lives.