Question 1

What is a major limitation of the case study method of research?

Accepted Answer

The major limitation of the case study method of research is that the results obtained from studying one particular individual or small group of individuals cannot be generalized to a larger population, as the sample size is too small and often not representative of the larger population.

Question 2

What is a potential criticism of the research of Masters and Johnson?

Accepted Answer

Masters and Johnson's research did not use random sampling, which can lead to a biased sample and limit the generalizability of their findings to the larger population.

Question 3

Which of the following is controlled physiologically?

Accepted Answer

Ovulation is controlled by physiological processes in the female reproductive system, including hormonal fluctuations. Abortion, nonsexual functioning, and death are not controlled by physiological processes.

Question 4

To understand sexual behavior in humans, which of the following groups of theorists studied animal sexual patterns?

Accepted Answer

Evolutionary theorists have studied animal sexual patterns in order to understand sexual behavior in humans. They argue that sexual behavior and attraction have evolved over time as a way to ensure the survival and reproduction of the species. By looking at animal behavior, they aim to understand the evolutionary origins of human sexual behavior.

Question 5

Considering the credibility of data collected for sexuality research, what method is thought to elicit more responses on sensitive questions?

Accepted Answer

Computer-assisted self-interviews are thought to elicit more honest and accurate responses on sensitive questions related to sexuality. This is because participants may feel more comfortable and less embarrassed answering personal questions on a computer than directly to an interviewer.

Question 6

According to your text, who is considered the most influential sex researcher of the 20th century?

Accepted Answer

The text states that Alfred Kinsey is considered the most influential sex researcher of the 20th century.

Question 7

What was an important finding from Masters and Johnson's research?

Accepted Answer

Masters and Johnson's research found that women are capable of multiple orgasms, which was a significant contribution to our understanding of female sexuality.

Question 8

What was one reason that Morton Hunt's research results from the 1970s were not considered generalizable?

Accepted Answer

Morton Hunt's research was not considered generalizable because it only included people with listed phone numbers, which could exclude a significant portion of the population and introduce bias.

Question 9

Freud is to case study as Masters and Johnson are to _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Freud is to case study as Masters...

Question 10

A couple comes to a lab and has sexual intercourse first with no one observing, then comes back and has sex while hooked up to a variety of instruments to measure changes in erection and vaginal lubrication. This couple might have been participants in a study done by which researcher(s)?

Accepted Answer

William Masters and Virginia Johnson were known for conducting groundbreaking research on human sexual response, including measuring physical changes during sexual activity. They conducted studies like the one described in the question, where couples would have sex while hooked up to instruments to measure physiological responses.

Question 11

Who was the first researcher to ask Americans about their sexual behavior, finding in his or her study that most of the U.S. women surveyed thought sexual intercourse was for pleasure and reproduction?

Accepted Answer

Clelia Mosher was the first researcher to ask American women about their sexual behavior in the late 19th century. She conducted her study by sending out questionnaires to women asking about their sexual experiences and attitudes. Mosher found that a majority of the women surveyed saw sexual intercourse as both pleasurable and for reproduction.

Question 12

According to your text, what is one reason the results from the National College Health Assessment study may not be generalizable to all college students?

Accepted Answer

Schools pay to be included in the study, which could introduce a selection bias, as not all schools may choose or afford to participate, limiting the generalizability of the results to all college students.

Question 13

Acceptance of anyone without restriction on his or her behaviors or thoughts is called _______________.

Accepted Answer

Unconditional positive regard is a central component of humanistic psychology and refers to accepting individuals for who they are without judgment or criticism. It involves acknowledging and valuing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, regardless of whether they align with our own values and beliefs. This acceptance is not contingent on any specific behavior or action, but rather an intrinsic worth that every person possesses. In contrast, conditional love implies that acceptance is based on certain criteria or conditions being met, whereas evolutionary love refers to the process of love evolving over time. Self-actualization refers to the process of fulfilling one's potential and becoming the best version of oneself.

Question 14

A sexologist teaching at a university offers students the option of writing a term paper or participating in a sexuality survey. What challenge would this pose for findings from the survey?

Accepted Answer

This would pose a challenge of volunteer bias because the students who choose to participate in the sexuality survey may differ from those who chose to write a term paper in ways that could affect the survey results. The sample would not be representative of the entire student population.

Question 15

What is one of the findings from the 2013 National College Health Assessment study?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2013 National College Health Assessment study, the majority of students reported having only one or zero sexual partners in the previous year. This finding reflects a trend of abstinence and lower sexual activity among college students. The other options presented in the question indicate higher levels of sexual activity and risky sexual behavior, which were not found to be the case in this study.

Question 16

Results from the 2010 National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior (NSSHB) are not generalizable to which of these groups?

Accepted Answer

The 2010 National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior (NSSHB) is not generalizable to gay men, bisexual men and women, and individuals living in long-term care facilities because these groups were underrepresented in the survey sample. Therefore, the results cannot be applied to these specific populations.

Question 17

How did Alfred Kinsey obtain most of his research data?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Kinsey obtained most of his research data through interviews. He conducted thousands of interviews with individuals about their sexual behaviors and preferences.

Question 18

A university student spent hours answering hundreds of questions asked by an interviewer. The questions were easy to understand and the student was assured that all responses would remain confidential. The student might have been a participant in a study done by which researcher(s)?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Kinsey is known for conducting extensive interviews on human sexual behavior, ensuring confidentiality for participants.

Question 19

Fulfillment of an individual's potentialities, which include aptitudes and talents, is called _______________.

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe the fulfillment of an individual's potentialities, including aptitudes and talents, is self-actualization. This concept is associated with humanistic psychology and is often seen as the ultimate goal of personal growth and development. Choice A refers to a scientific theory about the process of evolution, while choice B is a psychological theory that focuses on the cognitive processes involved in learning and thought. Choice C is a broad field of study that examines social structures and processes.

Question 20

All of the following statements are true of the 1990s National Health and Social Life Survey (NHSLS), except _______________.

Accepted Answer

The NHSLS was not funded through government dollars; it was funded through private sources due to political controversies surrounding the study.

Quiz 2: Understanding Human Sexuality: Theory and Research