Question 1

Which appears to contribute most to the lack of sexual activity among old women?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that lack of a partner is the primary reason for the lack of sexual activity among older women. Physical conditions and negative attitudes may also play a role, but they are secondary factors.

Question 2

Which statement concerning current teen sexuality is the United States is true?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that teens tend to view oral sex as less intimate than vaginal intercourse, which is a shift from previous generations.

Note: A and B are untrue statements, and there is no clear evidence to support D.

Question 3

Women

Accepted Answer

Women tend to have a shorter sexual refractory period than men, which means they are able to become sexually aroused again more quickly after orgasm. This is due to hormonal differences between men and women.

Question 4

A 2007 study of college students found that about _____ agreed that they "had sex" when they engaged in oral-genital stimulation.

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Question 5

The acquisition of a gender identity is typically complete by age one.

Accepted Answer

While babies may begin to show preferences for certain toys or colors associated with gender by age one, the development of a full understanding and identification with one's gender identity takes place over a period of years and is influenced by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, socialization, and cultural norms.

Question 6

What childhood behavior did the authors of the text use as an analogy for the decline in sexual activity in old age?

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Question 7

The social-role hypothesis argues that there are no gender stereotypes.

Accepted Answer

The social-role hypothesis argues that gender stereotypes are the result of social roles and expectations, which are influenced by cultural norms and societal structures. Therefore, the hypothesis does not argue that there are no gender stereotypes, but rather that they are influenced by social roles.

Question 8

When discussing sex with his buddies, Hef says, "The key is to understand that normal guys want and need sex, whereas girls who want sex are immoral and corrupt." Hef's comments best exemplify the concept of

Accepted Answer

Hef's comments reflect the double standard in which men are praised for their sexual behavior while women are stigmatized and judged for the same behavior. It perpetuates the idea that men are entitled to sex, while women who engage in sexual behavior are immoral and corrupt.

Question 9

Most teens in the U.S. believe that

Accepted Answer

According to multiple studies, including a 2017 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the majority of teenagers in the U.S. believe that sex in the context of a committed relationship is acceptable, while casual sex is much less acceptable. This is often attributed to cultural values and beliefs surrounding sex and relationships.

Question 10

One promising theory is that _____ influences during prenatal development are responsible for determining your sexual orientation.

Accepted Answer

Hormonal influences during prenatal development have been linked to sexual orientation. For example, some studies suggest that exposure to differing levels of hormones in the womb may play a role in determining sexual orientation.

Question 11

Regarding sexuality during old age,

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that sexual activity is more common in married couples in old age compared to divorced or single individuals. However, it is important to note that sexual interest and activity varies widely among individuals and is not solely dependent on marital status.

Question 12

Research on 12th-graders indicates that

Accepted Answer

According to research on 12th-graders, both males and females tend to be sexually active (i.e., have had at least one sexual encounter) and are so at similar rates. The National Survey of Family Growth found that 43% of 12th-grade males and 45% of 12th-grade females reported sexual activity in the past year. These findings suggest that there is no significant difference between the rates of sexual activity among males and females in this age group. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 13

Which statement concerning condom use is true?

Accepted Answer

Adolescent females report less condom use than adolescent males.

Question 14

Which best illustrates the underlying premise of the double standard?

Accepted Answer

The double standard operates on the premise that two different standards are applied to the same behavior or action based on the gender of the person involved. In this case, the same behavior is judged differently based on whether it is exhibited by a man or a woman.

Question 15

Males are more developmentally vulnerable to prenatal stressors.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that male fetuses are more vulnerable to the negative effects of prenatal stressors on their cognitive and behavioral development compared to female fetuses. This may be due to differences in brain development and hormonal influences.

Question 16

Research on 16-year-old sexual abstainers, low risk-takers, and high risk-takers found that

Accepted Answer

The research found that low-risk teens were most likely to be involved in romantic relationships.

Question 17

Gender-role norms are societal expectations about what males and females should be like.

Accepted Answer

Gender-role norms are expectations imposed on individuals based on their perceived gender identity by society.

Question 18

How many of the following (high levels of adventuresomeness, low levels of impulse control, high levels of alcohol consumption) have been shown to increase the likelihood of a teenager engaging in risky sexual behavior?

Accepted Answer

All three factors: high levels of adventuresomeness, low levels of impulse control, and high levels of alcohol consumption, have been shown to increase the likelihood of a teenager engaging in risky sexual behavior.

Question 19

Which statement concerning sexual activity and adulthood is true?

Accepted Answer

According to research, there has been a significant increase in the incidence of sexually transmitted diseases in middle-aged Americans. This may be due in part to the misconception that older individuals are not at risk for sexually transmitted infections. Studies suggest that risky sexual behaviors, such as unprotected intercourse and infrequent testing, are present in this population.

Question 20

Agency is a feminine gender orientation that emphasizes connectedness to others.

Accepted Answer

Agency is typically associated with masculine traits, emphasizing independence and self-direction, while connectedness is often linked to feminine gender orientation.

Quiz 12: Gender Roles and Sexuality