Question 1

Which of the following statements is true about the good-enoughs?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Good-enough women usually married men who educationally and economically were similar to their first husbands" is true according to the passage. None of the other statements are supported by the passage.

Question 2

In

Accepted Answer

Mavis Hetherington's research identified the competent loners as individuals who made up only about 10 percent of the divorced group and were "well-adjusted, self-sufficient, and socially skilled." Hence, the correct answer is D.

Question 3

After Mildred's divorce,she went back to college,renewed old acquaintanceships,and took up ballroom dancing.After completing college,she got the job she'd always wanted and entered into a long-term relationship.Mildred chose the pathway of:

Accepted Answer

Mildred's actions of going back to college, renewing relationships, and achieving her desired job indicate she is actively improving her life, which aligns with the characteristics of an "enhancer."

Question 4

According to

Accepted Answer

The good-enoughs are the largest group of divorced people, according to Mavis Hetherington's research. This group is characterized by individuals who were in moderately happy marriages but ultimately decided to divorce due to a lack of emotional or physical fulfillment in the relationship. They may feel that the marriage was "good enough" but not worth continuing in the long-term.

Question 5

Which of the following is an outcome of the growing trend of having fewer children?

Accepted Answer

With fewer children, fathers are more likely to invest more time in fathering. This is because there are fewer children to divide the focus between.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about seekers?

Accepted Answer

According to the passage, the category of seekers usually shrinks and is dominated by men after many people became more secure or satisfied in their single life.

Question 7

Which of the following is a difference between the enhancers and the competent loners?

Accepted Answer

The passage states that the enhancers have a strong desire for a new relationship and to share their lives with someone else, whereas the competent loners have little interest in sharing their lives with anyone else. Choice A, C, and D are not mentioned in the passage.

Question 8

Which of the following is an advantage of having children early?

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Having children early means that parents are likely to have more physical energy since they are younger and have not yet experienced the physical decline that comes with aging.

Question 9

Sandra and Tom divorced after an 18-year marriage when Tom left Sandra for his colleague.Since the divorce two years ago,Sandra has been promoted in her job,has an active social life with her friends,and has taken up golf.However,when her friends suggest that she meet a man,Sandra tells them that she has no interest in men and that she is really quite content with her life.Sandra is a(n):

Accepted Answer

Sandra is a competent loner because she is content with her life, has an active social life, and is not interested in pursuing new romantic relationships.

Question 10

According to

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Mavis Hetherington's research categorizes "enhancers" as accounting for 20 percent of the divorced group, referring to individuals who thrive and grow after divorce.

Question 11

Most parents learn parenting practices from:

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Research has shown that parents tend to learn parenting practices from their own parents, either by emulating or rejecting the practices they were exposed to during childhood. While parents may also gather ideas and support from other sources such as parenting educators and friends who are parents, their parents have the strongest influence on their parenting practices.

Question 12

At the end of the first year post-divorce,which of the following are most likely to grow disillusioned with their sensation-seeking lifestyle and subsequently wanting a stable relationship?

Accepted Answer

Libertines are individuals who have a tendency towards sensation-seeking and engaging in impulsive behaviors post-divorce. However, as time goes on, they may become disillusioned with this lifestyle and may start desiring a stable relationship. Seekers and competent loners may already be seeking a stable relationship or prefer to be alone, respectively. Defeated individuals may struggle with feelings of hopelessness and may not necessarily be seeking a stable relationship.

Question 13

Davis's divorce was final just last week,and already he is out looking for a new romantic relationship.Davis is a(n):

Accepted Answer

Davis is actively seeking out a new romantic relationship shortly after his divorce, indicating he is a seeker who is actively looking for connection with others. This behavior does not necessarily indicate codependency or competence as a loner, and there is not enough information to determine if he is an enhancer.

Question 14

According to

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Enhancers, according to Mavis Hetherington, were mostly females who became more competent, well-adjusted, and self-fulfilled after their divorce.

Question 15

Gayle's divorce was final last year.During the first year after the divorce,Gayle spent every evening after work in a singles bar.She had several casual affairs.Gayle can be characterized as a(n):

Accepted Answer

Gayle's behavior of spending every evening in a singles bar and having several casual affairs suggests that she is a libertine, someone who is not constrained by societal norms and engages in sexual activities freely.

Question 16

In

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Enhancers, according to Mavis Hetherington's research, are divorcees who demonstrate competence in various life areas and have the resilience to overcome stress and create meaningful outcomes from challenges.

Question 17

The _____ are characterized by individuals motivated to find new mates as soon as possible after their divorce.

Accepted Answer

Seekers are individuals who are highly motivated to find new partners after divorce, often due to a strong need for companionship or fear of being alone. Good-enoughs are individuals who are content with finding partners who meet basic criteria, while enhancers seek partners who can improve their current standing in life. Defeated individuals feel disillusioned and hopeless about finding new partners.

Question 18

Which one of the following is an advantage of having children late?

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Having children later often means parents have had more time to establish their careers and financial stability, leading to more income for child-rearing expenses.

Question 19

According to

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According to Mavis Hetherington, the defeated are most likely to face difficulty coping with divorce because they have lost a spouse who provided emotional and practical support, and therefore struggle with feelings of helplessness and insecurity.

Question 20

Kelly has just given birth to her first baby at age 37; her best friend,Olivia,age 26,just gave birth to her first child.Which of the following is likely to be TRUE for these new mothers?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that women who give birth at a younger age tend to have fewer medical problems related to pregnancy and childbirth compared to women who give birth at an older age, like Kelly. This is because as a woman gets older, her body becomes less resilient and more susceptible to complications. Additionally, Olivia may also have a better chance of a faster recovery and more energy for caring for her child during the early stages. However, it's important to note that every pregnancy and childbirth experience is unique, and there are many other factors that can impact a mother's energy levels, medical issues, and expectations for her child.

Quiz 14: Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood

Which of the following statements is true about the good-enoughs?

In

After Mildred's divorce,she went back to college,renewed old acquaintanceships,and took up ballroom dancing.After completing college,she got the job she'd always wanted and entered into a long-term relationship.Mildred chose the pathway of:

According to

Which of the following is an outcome of the growing trend of having fewer children?

Which of the following statements is true about seekers?

Which of the following is a difference between the enhancers and the competent loners?

Which of the following is an advantage of having children early?

According to

Most parents learn parenting practices from:

At the end of the first year post-divorce,which of the following are most likely to grow disillusioned with their sensation-seeking lifestyle and subsequently wanting a stable relationship?

Davis's divorce was final just last week,and already he is out looking for a new romantic relationship.Davis is a(n) :

According to

Gayle's divorce was final last year.During the first year after the divorce,Gayle spent every evening after work in a singles bar.She had several casual affairs.Gayle can be characterized as a(n) :

In

The _____ are characterized by individuals motivated to find new mates as soon as possible after their divorce.

Which one of the following is an advantage of having children late?

According to

Kelly has just given birth to her first baby at age 37; her best friend,Olivia,age 26,just gave birth to her first child.Which of the following is likely to be TRUE for these new mothers?