Question 1

Among the unmarried population aged 18 or older,there is a ratio of ___ men to every 100 women.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

The increase in the number of single adults in the United States is due to all except which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The increase in the number of single adults in the United States can be attributed to delayed marriage, increasing educational options, and an imbalance in the sex ratio, but not to more conservative sexual and social standards. In fact, there has been a shift toward more liberal attitudes and behaviors in these areas over the past few decades.

Question 3

Cohabitation is:

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation is more likely among those with less education. This is due to many factors, including lower rates of marriage and belief systems that may place less importance on the institution of marriage.

Question 4

Rates of cohabitation have increased for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

Views of sexuality have been liberalized, which has led to greater acceptance of cohabitation as an alternative to marriage.

Question 5

Based on 2015 Census data,there are about _____ gay and lesbian couple households in the United States.​

Accepted Answer

The 2015 Census data shows that there are approximately 600,000 same-sex couple households in the United States.

Question 6

Between 1960 and 2015,rates of cohabitation in the United States:​

Accepted Answer

Rates of cohabitation in the United States rose steadily between 1960 and 2015, reflecting changing social norms and attitudes towards living together before marriage.

Question 7

The percentage of the population that is unmarried has ____ in the last four decades.

Accepted Answer

According to Census data, the percentage of unmarried adults in the United States has been steadily increasing since the 1970s, with a notable jump in the 2000s.

Question 8

The unmarried population in the United States:​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The unmarried population in the United States:​
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Question 9

Ben wants to get married,but not yet.He is busy now with school and still likes to "have a good time." Ben would be characterized as which type of single?​

Accepted Answer

Ben is currently choosing to be unmarried as he is focusing on school and enjoying his life without the commitment of marriage. However, it is temporary as he expects to eventually get married. Therefore, he would be classified as voluntarily and temporarily unmarried.

Question 10

Singlism is reflected by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Singlism is discrimination against individuals who are single. One example of singlism is the inability to pass on Social Security benefits to someone after death, which is something that married couples can do. This is a tangible example of legal and financial discrimination against single individuals. Choices A, B, and D do not accurately reflect singlism.

Question 11

When comparing past and present attitudes toward singles,we find that:​

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that singlehood is less stigmatized today than in the past. There is more acceptance of different lifestyle choices, including being unmarried or not wanting to get married. However, there is still pressure to marry in some cultures and communities. There is no evidence to suggest that people feel more guilt today than in the past if they are unmarried or that media casts marriage in a more favorable light than in the past.

Question 12

"Gray divorce" refers to the phenomenon of:​

Accepted Answer

"Gray divorce" specifically refers to divorce among those over 50 years old.

Question 13

Contemporary relationships among the unmarried are characterized by which of the following?​

Accepted Answer

Contemporary relationships among the unmarried tend to emphasize egalitarian roles, meaning partners tend to have more equal responsibilities and decision-making power. Economic and emotional dependence may vary depending on the individuals and their circumstances, and being unmarried does not necessarily lead to increased dependence in roles.

Question 14

The largest group of singles in the United States is those who are:​

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the largest group of singles in the United States are never married, followed by divorced and then widowed. Separated individuals are not typically included in statistics regarding singles.

Question 15

Singlism refers to the:​

Accepted Answer

Singlism refers to the prejudice and discrimination experienced by singles, such as assumptions that they are lonely or incomplete without a partner, or that they are less committed or responsible. It is a form of social bias that has been found to affect various aspects of life, including employment, healthcare, and housing.

Question 16

The racial/ethnic group with the largest percentage of unmarried individuals is:​

Accepted Answer

African Americans have historically had higher rates of unmarried individuals compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the United States.

Question 17

What percentage of adults have never married according to 2014 data?​

Accepted Answer

According to 2014 data, 28.1% of adults have never married.

Question 18

Today the typical marriage includes:

Accepted Answer

According to research, a period of cohabitation is common among modern marriages. Many couples live together before getting married, and some choose not to get married at all. Domestic partnerships and common law marriages are also becoming more common, but not as prevalent as cohabitation. Families of orientation refer to one's family of origin and are not necessarily part of the typical marriage.

Question 19

How many cohabiting couples are in the United States?​

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

​The "over-the-top hyping of marriage and coupling" as the best way to achieve happiness and fulfillment in life is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe the over-the-top hyping of marriage and coupling as the best way to achieve happiness and fulfillment in life is "matrimania". Therefore, the best choice is (C) matrimania.

Quiz 9: Unmarried Lives: Singlehood and Cohabitation

Among the unmarried population aged 18 or older,there is a ratio of ___ men to every 100 women.

The increase in the number of single adults in the United States is due to all except which of the following?

Cohabitation is:

Rates of cohabitation have increased for which of the following reasons?

Based on 2015 Census data,there are about _____ gay and lesbian couple households in the United States.​

Between 1960 and 2015,rates of cohabitation in the United States:​

The percentage of the population that is unmarried has ____ in the last four decades.

The unmarried population in the United States:​

Ben wants to get married,but not yet.He is busy now with school and still likes to "have a good time." Ben would be characterized as which type of single?​

Singlism is reflected by which of the following?

When comparing past and present attitudes toward singles,we find that:​

"Gray divorce" refers to the phenomenon of:​

Contemporary relationships among the unmarried are characterized by which of the following?​

The largest group of singles in the United States is those who are:​

Singlism refers to the:​

The racial/ethnic group with the largest percentage of unmarried individuals is:​

What percentage of adults have never married according to 2014 data?​

Today the typical marriage includes:

How many cohabiting couples are in the United States?​

​The "over-the-top hyping of marriage and coupling" as the best way to achieve happiness and fulfillment in life is referred to as:

Based on 2015 Census data,there are about _____ gay and lesbian couple households in the United States.

Between 1960 and 2015,rates of cohabitation in the United States:

The unmarried population in the United States:

Ben wants to get married,but not yet.He is busy now with school and still likes to "have a good time." Ben would be characterized as which type of single?

When comparing past and present attitudes toward singles,we find that:

"Gray divorce" refers to the phenomenon of:

Contemporary relationships among the unmarried are characterized by which of the following?

The largest group of singles in the United States is those who are:

Singlism refers to the:

The racial/ethnic group with the largest percentage of unmarried individuals is:

What percentage of adults have never married according to 2014 data?

How many cohabiting couples are in the United States?

The "over-the-top hyping of marriage and coupling" as the best way to achieve happiness and fulfillment in life is referred to as: