Question 1

The "silent treatment" is what type of strategy?

Accepted Answer

The "silent treatment" is a disconfirming strategy as it ignores and dismisses the other person's communication, which can be seen as a rejection of their thoughts and feelings.

Question 2

The following example illustrates which term referring to power? Sergio and Isabelita each have power over different things in their household. Sergio is in charge of the purchase and maintenance of the cars and making decisions about home improvement projects. Isabelita has decision-making power over the children's activities and the day-to-day family budget.

Accepted Answer

Autonomic power refers to situations where individuals have control or power over different domains or areas, as illustrated by Sergio and Isabelita each having decision-making authority in different aspects of their household.

Question 3

To say that power operates transactionally in a family means:

Accepted Answer

Power in a family involves a relationship between two or more people, rather than just belonging to one individual or the entire family as a whole. It can be distributed and negotiated between different family members at different times. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 4

Before he left for work, Dad asked Billy to mow the yard, Kristen to put out the garbage, and Nicholas to straighten up the playroom. If they did those tasks, Dad promised to buy them tickets to that night's Sox baseball game. Which power base is Dad using?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Before he left for work, Dad asked...

Question 5

Which of the following is not an influence strategy discussed in this chapter?

Accepted Answer

Shouting is not a recognized and effective influence strategy discussed in this chapter. The other three - threatening, bargaining, and withdrawal - are all discussed as legitimate ways to influence others.

Question 6

When making joint purchases, which types of influence strategies do married or cohabiting couples tend to use?

Accepted Answer

Married or cohabiting couples tend to use bargaining and reasoning strategies when making joint purchases because they need to come to a mutual agreement and maintain a harmonious relationship. Using emotional appeals or negative emotions can cause conflicts and strain the relationship, while flirting or acting helpless may not be effective in resolving differences in opinions or preferences.

Question 7

Which of the following was reported as a frequently used influence strategy by spouses regarding health behaviors?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed strategies (engaging in healthy behavior together, discussing the health issue, and engaging in facilitative behavior) were reported as frequently used influence strategies by spouses regarding health behaviors.

Question 8

When a parent is trying to influence a child, the success of the influence strategy will likely depend on:

Accepted Answer

The child's age is likely the most important factor in the success of a parent's influence strategy. Younger children may be more susceptible to parental influence, while older children may be more resistant or independent in their decision-making. The other choices, such as the parent's sex or age and the child's sex, are not necessarily as relevant.

Question 9

Jana and Richard are celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary next month. Richard's father will be visiting from out of town during their anniversary. The couple wanted to try a new Thai restaurant for their anniversary dinner, but Richard's father insists on taking them to a steakhouse. Jana and Richard consent, not because they really want steak, but because they figure it is better to let him have his way and not "rock the boat." Which type of decision-making process has occurred in this example?

Accepted Answer

The decision-making process that has occurred in this example is accommodation, where Jana and Richard have given in to Richard's father's wishes to avoid conflict and maintain harmony.

Question 10

Which statement applies to the family problem-solving loop?

Accepted Answer

The family problem-solving loop involves a circular pattern in which families go through a series of interactions to make decisions. There are not twelve steps, and the loop does not become more linear over time. While brainstorming is a common step in problem-solving, it specifically occurs in step 4 of the family problem-solving loop, not step 7.

Question 11

Affective resources are related to which of the following concepts:

Accepted Answer

Relational currencies refer to the resources that people use to build and maintain relationships. Affective resources are one of the six types of relational currencies, which include emotional support, trust, understanding, validation, empathy, and love. Affective resources are the emotional and psychological resources that one person invests in another, such as emotional warmth, caring, and attention.

Question 12

Which of the following is not one of the principles suggested for families to adhere to in decision making?

Accepted Answer

Creating a sense of competition is not a principle suggested for families to adhere to in decision making. The other three options (creating a sense of autonomy, loyalty, and awareness) are commonly suggested principles for families to follow when making decisions.

Question 13

Which of the following examples demonstrate implementation power?

Accepted Answer

Dad giving Brian the authority to decide where the family goes on vacation demonstrates implementation power, as Brian is given the power to make a decision that affects the family.

Question 14

Skewed power relationships (such as husband or wife dominance) can result in

Accepted Answer

Skewed power relationships often lead to one partner exerting control over the other, which can lead to an imbalance of power and a greater propensity for violence in the relationship. This is because the dominant partner may feel entitled to use physical or emotional abuse to control the other partner.

Question 15

When Chrissy asks if she can have a sucker at the grocery store, her dad says "no." She says, "why not?" and he says, "because I said so; that's why." What power resource is Chrissy's dad asserting?

Accepted Answer

Chrissy's dad is using normative power by asserting his authority and making a decision based on his position as her parent. He is not using economic power (offering a reward or punishment), affective power (using emotions or personal connection), or cognitive power (using his knowledge or expertise).

Question 16

Jen complements Kelly on his new haircut… and then asks him for a ride to the airport. Which influence strategy is this?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jen complements Kelly on his new haircut…...

Question 17

In their relationship, Monique has authority over the children and activities; Marco has authority over finances and budget. What type of authority does this couple exhibit?

Accepted Answer

Autonomic authority in a relationship refers to a division of decision-making, where each partner has authority over different domains or aspects of their lives, as illustrated by Monique and Marco's division of responsibilities.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a source of relational power?

Accepted Answer

Desire for resources is not a source of actual power, but rather a motivator for seeking power through other means such as building relationships, acquiring skills or finding a mentor. Possessing or controlling access to resources, availability, and having a highly committed partner are all potential sources of relational power.

Question 19

A syncratic relationship fosters shared authority and joint decision making.

Accepted Answer

A syncratic relationship is characterized by both partners sharing authority and decision making. They collaborate and communicate effectively to create mutually agreed upon decisions and solutions.

Question 20

Power outcomes include the control attempts each family member makes using influence, persuasion, and assertiveness.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Power outcomes include the control attempts each...

Quiz 8: Power, Influence, and Decision-Making in Families