Question 1

A(n)_________ parent is one who relies on coercive techniques to discipline the child and displays a low level of nurturance.

Accepted Answer

The authoritarian parent is the one who uses coercive techniques and displays a low level of nurturance towards the child. The authoritative parent is firm but empathic and nurturing, the permissive parent is indulgent and lacks discipline, and the uninvolved parent is neglectful and disconnected.

Question 2

Approximately ________ percent of married women with children under age eighteen work outside of the home.

Accepted Answer

According to recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 70 percent of married women with children under age eighteen work outside of the home. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Question 3

Vicki sets few limits for her children and makes few demands about the maturity she expects from their behaviors.Vicki is considered to be a(n)________ parent.

Accepted Answer

Vicki is a permissive parent who sets few limits or demands, allowing her children to have more freedom and control over their behaviors.

Question 4

Suzanne and Mitchell have a warm and loving marriage.It is likely,according to systems theory,that

Accepted Answer

According to systems theory, individuals within a family system are interconnected, and changes in one part of the system can affect other parts. Therefore, if Suzanne and Mitchell have a warm and loving marriage, it is likely that their positive relationship will extend to their children, resulting in good relationships among them.

Question 5

About what percentage of all U.S.children live in a single-parent household?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 26 percent of all U.S. children live in a single-parent household, according to recent statistics.

Question 6

The view that an individual child's development can be understood only by examining the reciprocal interactions among various family members is held by

Accepted Answer

The view that an individual child's development can be understood only by examining the reciprocal interactions among various family members is a central principle of systems theory. Systems theory suggests that the individual is best understood in the context of the larger system of relationships that surround them, and that family dynamics and interactions are key factors influencing child development. Social learning theory, performance models, and attribution theory do not necessarily emphasize the importance of examining family interactions in understanding child development.

Question 7

The Heath family recently moved to a new neighborhood.The parents began new jobs,and the children began attending new schools.This change in the Heath family's lifestyle has led to an unusual degree of stress.According to systems theory,

Accepted Answer

Systems theory emphasizes that a family is a system with interconnected parts, and any change to one part of the system will affect the whole system. Therefore, the family's adjustment to the new situation will depend on all family members' ability to adapt to the change and work together to establish a new equilibrium. Seeking help from professional family counselors may be beneficial, but it is not necessary for all families to adjust to a new situation. The reaction of the Heath family to the change is not necessarily an indication of dysfunctionality, as it is normal for families to experience stress when facing significant life changes. Finally, while the ability of parents to adapt is crucial, it is not the only factor that influences the family's adjustment to change.

Question 8

Systems theory assumes that families

Accepted Answer

Systems theory suggests that families undergo periods of stability and change rather than being consistently stable or consistently in a state of dysfunction. This is because families are dynamic systems that are constantly adapting and responding to internal and external pressures. Therefore, choice B is the best option as it reflects the central tenets of systems theory.

Question 9

When Misha started kindergarten,his family had to adjust to the new routines involved with sending a child to school.This is an example of the family's tendency to adapt for the purpose of maintaining

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis refers to the ability of a system to maintain a stable balance or equilibrium. In this case, the family had to adapt to the new routines of sending a child to school in order to maintain their overall balance or stability as a family unit.

Question 10

Abby is independent and cooperative,with excellent self-control and a strong achievement orientation.Abby has

Accepted Answer

Abby's traits of independence, cooperation, self-control, and achievement orientation indicate that she has instrumental competence, which means she is effective in achieving her goals and fulfilling social expectations. The other options are not supported by the given information.

Question 11

Over the last century,the American family has

Accepted Answer

The American family has transitioned from being primarily an extended family structure to a nuclear family structure over the last century. Nuclear families typically consist of parents and their children living in one household, while extended families include grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins living together or in close proximity. This shift can be attributed to various cultural and societal changes, including increased mobility and individualism.

Question 12

A parent who sets limits on a child's behavior using reasoning and explanation and displays a high degree of nurturance is said to be a(n)________ parent.

Accepted Answer

An authoritative parent is one who sets limits on a child's behavior using reasoning and explanation and displays a high degree of nurturance. They are warm, responsive, and supportive, yet also set clear rules and expectations for their children. This style of parenting has been found to be the most effective in promoting positive outcomes for children's social, emotional, and academic development.

Question 13

According to the Bureau of the Census,about 2% of children now live with

Accepted Answer

According to the Bureau of the Census, about 2% of children live with their grandparents.

Question 14

Lori is a nurturing parent who sets limits on her children's behavior using reasoning and explanation.Lori is a(n)_________ parent.

Accepted Answer

Authoritative parents are nurturing and set limits using reasoning and explanation, which is exactly how Lori is described. This style of parenting encourages children to be independent while also maintaining structure and guidance.

Question 15

Bob encourages dialogue between himself and his children when family decisions need to be made;but when he makes a final decision,he expects everyone to respect it.Jack rarely discusses any issue with his family,makes all of the decisions by himself,and expects everyone in the family to obey his wishes.According to Baumrind's parenting-style classification,Bob's parenting style is ________ and Jack's is ________.

Accepted Answer

Bob's parenting style is authoritative because he encourages dialogue but still expects respect for his decisions. Jack's parenting style is authoritarian because he makes all decisions himself and expects obedience without discussion.

Question 16

When Marty was younger,his parents were mostly concerned with supervising his daily activities,including his school work.As Marty grew older,his parents expected more cooperation from him,and they began to negotiate decisions together.Now that Marty is in high school,they have returned to a more supervisory role with respect to his leisure activities.Marty's parents have contributed to his socialization

Accepted Answer

Marty's parents have changed their parenting style as he has matured, shifting from a supervisory role when he was younger to more cooperative decision-making when he was older, and then back to a more supervisory role with respect to his leisure activities in high school. This demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in their parenting style to best support Marty's socialization.

Question 17

A(n)_________ parent is one who sets few limits on the child's behavior.

Accepted Answer

A permissive parent is one who is very indulgent and sets few limits on their child's behavior. They often allow their child to make their own decisions and rarely punish them for misbehavior.

Question 18

Rick's father is very strict and demands respect from all his children.He often makes demands of the children without discussing the reasons for his demands.Rick's father is most likely a(n)________ parent.

Accepted Answer

The father's strict behavior and lack of discussion indicate that he is an authoritarian parent who expects obedience without explaining the reasons behind his demands.

Question 19

According to systems theory,an individual family member

Accepted Answer

Systems theory emphasizes that individuals belong to multiple subsystems within a family, and that these subsystems are interdependent and influence one another. Therefore, it is possible for an individual family member to belong to more than one subsystem at the same time.

Question 20

Children who display independence,self-control,and cooperation are said to have ________ and are most likely to have parents with a(n)________ parenting style.

Accepted Answer

Instrumental competence refers to a child's ability to act independently, control impulses, and cooperate with others, traits often developed through authoritative parenting, which balances responsiveness with demandingness.

Quiz 14: The Family

A(n) _________ parent is one who relies on coercive techniques to discipline the child and displays a low level of nurturance.

Approximately ________ percent of married women with children under age eighteen work outside of the home.

Vicki sets few limits for her children and makes few demands about the maturity she expects from their behaviors.Vicki is considered to be a(n) ________ parent.

Suzanne and Mitchell have a warm and loving marriage.It is likely,according to systems theory,that

About what percentage of all U.S.children live in a single-parent household?

The view that an individual child's development can be understood only by examining the reciprocal interactions among various family members is held by

The Heath family recently moved to a new neighborhood.The parents began new jobs,and the children began attending new schools.This change in the Heath family's lifestyle has led to an unusual degree of stress.According to systems theory,

Systems theory assumes that families

When Misha started kindergarten,his family had to adjust to the new routines involved with sending a child to school.This is an example of the family's tendency to adapt for the purpose of maintaining

Abby is independent and cooperative,with excellent self-control and a strong achievement orientation.Abby has

Over the last century,the American family has

A parent who sets limits on a child's behavior using reasoning and explanation and displays a high degree of nurturance is said to be a(n) ________ parent.

According to the Bureau of the Census,about 2% of children now live with

Lori is a nurturing parent who sets limits on her children's behavior using reasoning and explanation.Lori is a(n) _________ parent.

A(n) _________ parent is one who sets few limits on the child's behavior.

Rick's father is very strict and demands respect from all his children.He often makes demands of the children without discussing the reasons for his demands.Rick's father is most likely a(n) ________ parent.

According to systems theory,an individual family member

Children who display independence,self-control,and cooperation are said to have and are most likely to have parents with a(n) parenting style.

Quiz 14: The Family

A(n) _________ parent is one who relies on coercive techniques to discipline the child and displays a low level of nurturance.

Approximately ________ percent of married women with children under age eighteen work outside of the home.

Vicki sets few limits for her children and makes few demands about the maturity she expects from their behaviors.Vicki is considered to be a(n) ________ parent.

Suzanne and Mitchell have a warm and loving marriage.It is likely,according to systems theory,that

About what percentage of all U.S.children live in a single-parent household?

The view that an individual child's development can be understood only by examining the reciprocal interactions among various family members is held by

The Heath family recently moved to a new neighborhood.The parents began new jobs,and the children began attending new schools.This change in the Heath family's lifestyle has led to an unusual degree of stress.According to systems theory,

Systems theory assumes that families

When Misha started kindergarten,his family had to adjust to the new routines involved with sending a child to school.This is an example of the family's tendency to adapt for the purpose of maintaining

Abby is independent and cooperative,with excellent self-control and a strong achievement orientation.Abby has

Over the last century,the American family has

A parent who sets limits on a child's behavior using reasoning and explanation and displays a high degree of nurturance is said to be a(n) ________ parent.

According to the Bureau of the Census,about 2% of children now live with

Lori is a nurturing parent who sets limits on her children's behavior using reasoning and explanation.Lori is a(n) _________ parent.

A(n) _________ parent is one who sets few limits on the child's behavior.

Rick's father is very strict and demands respect from all his children.He often makes demands of the children without discussing the reasons for his demands.Rick's father is most likely a(n) ________ parent.

According to systems theory,an individual family member

Children who display independence,self-control,and cooperation are said to have ________ and are most likely to have parents with a(n) ________ parenting style.

Children who display independence,self-control,and cooperation are said to have and are most likely to have parents with a(n) parenting style.