Question 1

Feminist scholars highlight the fact that, worldwide, women earn only about ______ as much as men for the same job as a blatant example of gender inequality.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Economic Forum's 2020 Gender Gap Report, women earn only 68% as much as men for the same job worldwide. This is a clear example of gender inequality in terms of pay. Option C is the closest to this percentage, making it the correct answer.

Question 2

______________ is the ability to manipulate, influence, or control other people or events.

Accepted Answer

The ability to manipulate, influence, or control others or events is known as power. Conflict and fear are not accurate definitions for this concept, and coercion is a specific form of using power through force or threats.

Question 3

All of the following tips are useful for managing a conflict online except:

Accepted Answer

It is important to use the appropriate communication medium for each situation, whether it's email, instant messaging, or a video call. Using the wrong medium can escalate the conflict instead of resolving it. Therefore, always responding using the same communication medium may not be the best choice.

Question 4

Felix had been angry with his roommate Hector for some time. Hector was always playing his music so loudly that Felix couldn't concentrate, much less have a conversation on the telephone. Despite his anger, he hadn't expressed his feelings to Hector. Which of the following is true of this situation?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Felix had been angry with his roommate...

Question 5

Which of the following is true with respect to interpersonal conflict?

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal conflict involves perceived scarce resources, meaning that the parties involved believe that there is a limited amount of something they both want or need, such as time, money, or attention. This perception fuels the conflict and can lead to negative emotions and behaviors. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately describe interpersonal conflict.

Question 6

When two points of view are in conflict and share no common ground, we say that those positions are:

Accepted Answer

"Diametrically opposed" means that the positions are completely opposite and cannot be reconciled. This is the most fitting option in the given scenario.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the common conflict metaphors identified in your textbook?

Accepted Answer

The three common conflict metaphors identified in the textbook are conflict as a war, conflict as a dance, and conflict as a game. Conflict as a hammer is not one of the common metaphors identified in the textbook.

Question 8

The content dimension of a conflict relates to what?

Accepted Answer

The content dimension of a conflict relates to the specific point of contention giving rise to the conflict. It involves the actual topic or issue that is causing the disagreement between parties.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of passive aggression, as it is defined in the text?

Accepted Answer

Each of the scenarios listed involves an indirect or hidden expression of anger or resentment, which is characteristic of passive aggression. Tara retaliates by "forgetting" her brother's birthday, rather than openly expressing her hurt and disappointment. Parker avoids his mother's attempts at communication entirely, implying through his silence that he is upset with her. Bonnie uses procrastination to avoid attending the party, rather than simply declining the invitation or expressing her lack of interest.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT one of the health detriments associated with conflict described in your text?

Accepted Answer

The text describes hardening of the arteries, reduction in natural killer cells, and delayed wound healing as health detriments associated with conflict but does not mention calcium deposits in the kidneys.

Question 11

Jon recently stopped a conflict with his girlfriend, Ana, and said to her, "You don't know how to have a disagreement without losing your temper and swearing!" Ana replied, "Well at least I want to confront the issues instead of avoiding them!" Jon and Ana's exchange is an example of:

Accepted Answer

This is an example of meta-conflict, which is conflict about how the conflict is being handled or communicated. Jon and Ana are not just discussing the content of their disagreement, but also how they are communicating with each other during conflict.

Question 12

Which of the following statements about sex and conflict is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

While it is true that women are sometimes socialized to be submissive, it is not true that they are always taught this way. This statement is overly broad and does not account for individual variation and cultural differences.

Question 13

A relationship between a person of higher power and a person of lesser power is known as:

Accepted Answer

A complementary relationship is when one person has more power or resources than the other and their roles complement each other to achieve a shared goal. This type of relationship is often found in workplace settings, where there is a clear hierarchy and division of tasks.

Question 14

When spouses engage in the demand-withdraw pattern, who is most likely to demand and withdraw?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently found that women are more likely to be the demanders in the demand-withdraw pattern, while men are more likely to be the withdrawers. This pattern has been observed across diverse populations and cultural contexts.

Question 15

Which of the following statements about collectivistic cultures is true?

Accepted Answer

Collectivistic cultures prioritize the group over the individual, so in a conflict, group priorities are usually considered more important than individual priorities. Individuals in collectivistic cultures also tend to avoid conflict, as harmony and cohesion within the group are highly valued. If conflict does arise, parties may enlist a mediator to help them reach a resolution that benefits the group as a whole.

Question 16

All of the following statements about power are true except:

Accepted Answer

Power is not a "single-dimension" concept; it can be multidimensional, complex, and can manifest in different forms.

Question 17

This form of power derives from the ability to punish:

Accepted Answer

Coercive power is the form of power that derives from the ability to punish. This can include the use of threats, intimidation, or other forms of punishment to elicit compliance from others.

Question 18

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the idea of "reframing" a conflict?

Accepted Answer

Reframing involves looking at a conflict from a different perspective or "frame." One way to reframe is to change the metaphor used to describe the conflict, such as shifting from a battle to a game. This helps to change the mindset and approach to the conflict. The other options do not accurately reflect the idea of reframing a conflict.

Question 19

Research shows that three issues top the list as sources of conflict in romantic relationships. Which of the following is NOT among them?

Accepted Answer

According to research, household chores, personal criticisms, and finances are the top three sources of conflict in romantic relationships. Relationships with in-laws may cause conflict in some relationships, but it is not consistently ranked as one of the top sources of conflict in research studies.

Question 20

Frank and Samantha just received a large inheritance when Samantha's grandmother passed away. Samantha said she wanted to use the money to build a room addition onto their house. Frank said he wanted to buy a more fuel-efficient car. Which of the following is true about this situation?

Accepted Answer

This situation involves an expressed struggle (Samantha and Frank want to use the money for different things), scarce resources (they only have a certain amount of money to spend), and incompatible goals (the goal of building a room addition conflicts with the goal of buying a more fuel-efficient car). Therefore, all three options are true.

Quiz 11: Interpersonal Deception