Question 1

Your textbook notes that the median age of marriage has increased by several years in the last four decades. Which of the following is a benefit of this delayed entry into marriage?

Accepted Answer

Getting married later seems to decrease the likelihood of divorce. Couples who marry in their late 20s or early 30s tend to be more financially stable, have established careers, and have a better sense of their own identities and what they want in a partner. This results in more stable marriages as compared to marriages that occur during young adulthood.

Question 2

How many of the following individuals would likely have the tendency to separate love and sex from each other? (a) Richard, who is gay; (b) Dominic, who is heterosexual; (c) Marlene, who is heterosexual; and (d) Bertina, who is a lesbian.​

Accepted Answer

It is impossible to determine an individual's tendency to separate love and sex based on their sexual orientation. Therefore, we cannot make any assumptions about Richard, Bertina, or anyone else based solely on their sexual orientation. However, some individuals - regardless of sexual orientation - may be more inclined to separate love and sex, while others may see the two as interconnected. Therefore, it is possible that Dominic or Marlene (or both) have a tendency to separate love and sex from each other, making the best answer choice (B) two.

Question 3

Larry and Isabelle have been married for just a couple of months, and have not yet had their first major argument. If their marriage is like most, the first major marital stress will center around​

Accepted Answer

Financial issues are a common source of conflict in marriages, especially when couples are still adjusting to sharing expenses and may have different spending habits or financial priorities. While the other options may also cause stress in a marriage, financial issues tend to be the most common.

Question 4

When they first got married, Marge and Irwin each had some individual behaviors that irritated the other. For example, Irwin would constantly leave his dirty socks on the bedroom floor, and this bothered Marge. Marge, on the other hand, always forgot to lock the front door when she came in the house. This drove Irwin up a tree! Twenty years later, however, Marge locks the door, and Irwin picks up his socks. This sort of change to accommodate a partner is called marital ____.​

Accepted Answer

Marital adjustment refers to the changes individuals make in their behavior or attitudes to adapt to the needs and preferences of their partner. In this scenario, Marge and Irwin have both made adjustments to resolve their differences and make their marriage work.

Question 5

Although they generally get along well and love each other very much, Jeanie and Randall decide to seek marital counseling to strengthen their relationship. Their therapist begins by asking them both questions about things like work, finances, their children, their communication, their sex life, and other dimensions of their relationship. This therapist is assessing Jeanie and Randall's marital ____.​

Accepted Answer

The therapist is assessing the quality of Jeanie and Randall's marital relationship by asking about various aspects of their life together. Success, adjustment, and satisfaction are related but different concepts that may be evaluated separately as part of the counseling process.

Question 6

In contrast to heterosexual cohabiting or married couples, gay and lesbian couples report that they frequently do not have ____.​

Accepted Answer

Gay and lesbian couples often report lacking family support compared to heterosexual couples, as societal and familial acceptance can vary significantly.

Question 7

One important predictor of successful marriage is ____, or the similarity of values and interests a couple shares.​

Accepted Answer

Homogamy refers to the tendency of people to marry others who have similar backgrounds and characteristics, including values and interests. Couples who have high levels of homogamy are more likely to have successful marriages because they have a greater likelihood of agreeing on important issues and being able to communicate effectively. Therefore, homogamy is an important predictor of successful marriage.

Question 8

Alicia and Jordan have an arrangement in their marriage that seems to work for them. Alicia is the "breadwinner," working full-time and earning an adequate salary to support the couple and their two children. Jordan is a stay-at-home father who is primarily responsible for taking care of the children and the home during the daytime. Each partner feels that the other contributes equally to their marriage, even though they contribute differently. According to ____ theory, their marriage is likely to be satisfying and happy.​

Accepted Answer

Exchange theory posits that relationships are satisfying and stable when there is a balance of contributions, even if those contributions are different. In this scenario, Alicia and Jordan have a balanced exchange of contributions to their marriage, with Alicia providing financial support and Jordan taking care of the home and children.

Question 9

Marital ____ is an umbrella term that refers to any marital outcome.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Marital ____ is an umbrella term that...

Question 10

Stephanie and Marlon got married yesterday, and their wedding was a festive party. A good time was had by all! If their marriage follows the typical path of most marriages, Stephanie and Marlon will experience the least marital satisfaction​

Accepted Answer

Research and studies on marital satisfaction over time suggest that couples often experience a decline in marital satisfaction after having children. This is attributed to the increased stress, responsibilities, and changes in dynamics that come with parenting.

Question 11

Heather is only moderately happy with her marriage. Because of that, she is thinking about having a baby to make her marriage more satisfying. Is this a good idea?​

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that having a child typically decreases marital satisfaction. While there may be moments of joy and bonding during the early stages of parenting, the stresses and responsibilities of caring for a child often put a strain on the relationship between partners. Adding a child to a marriage to increase satisfaction is not a reliable or effective strategy. It's important to address any issues within the marriage directly and prioritize open and honest communication before making big decisions like having a baby.

Question 12

When all is said and done, the most important thing to predicting the long-term success of a marriage is ____.​

Accepted Answer

Communication is the foundation of any successful relationship. It is the key to understanding each other's needs and wants, solving problems, and making compromises. Without effective communication, couples may struggle to maintain healthy relationships, leading to misunderstandings, conflicts, and ultimately divorce. While religion, sex, and children may be important factors in a marriage, they are not as critical as communication when it comes to predicting long-term success.

Question 13

How has the median age of first marriage in the United States changed from 1970 to 2009?​

Accepted Answer

The median age of first marriage in the United States has increased by about five years from 1970 to 2009, reflecting societal changes such as increased focus on education and career before marriage.

Question 14

Which of the following couples will have the lowest chance of having a marriage that lasts?​

Accepted Answer

According to research, couples who marry at a younger age (teenagers) have a higher chance of divorce compared to those who marry at a later age.

Question 15

Of the following couples, which would you say would be the quickest to make a commitment and opt to cohabit the fastest?​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the following couples, which would you...

Question 16

The vulnerability-stress-____ model sees marital quality as a dynamic process resulting from the couple's ability to handle stressful events in the context of their particular vulnerabilities and resources.​

Accepted Answer

The vulnerability-stress-adaptation model suggests that marital quality is influenced by how couples adapt to stress, considering their vulnerabilities and resources.

Question 17

According to ____ theory, marriages are most likely to be successful when each partner contributes something to the relationship that would be difficult for the other partner to provide.​

Accepted Answer

The exchange theory suggests that individuals in a relationship seek to maximize their own benefits while minimizing their costs. In successful marriages, each partner contributes something that the other partner would find difficult to provide, creating a balanced exchange of resources and benefits. This contributes to the satisfaction and longevity of the relationship.

Question 18

The most common form of family in Western societies is the ____ family, which consists only of parents and children.​

Accepted Answer

The nuclear family is considered the most common family form in Western societies and includes only parents and children living together. Associative families are made up of unrelated individuals who choose to live together. Extended families include multiple generations living together, and blended families consist of a combination of parents and children from previous relationships.

Question 19

When a marriage is interrupted by military deployment, both partners will be affected by the changes in circumstances. Which of the following is an accurate statement about such cases?

Accepted Answer

Research has found that divorce rates for women service members who are deployed are higher than for their male counterparts. This may be due to traditional gender roles and expectations within marriages, as well as the unique stressors faced by women in the military.

Question 20

Successful couples find a way to ____ in their relationship, and this is a very important determinant of marital satisfaction over longer periods of time.​

Accepted Answer

Keeping the romance alive is crucial for maintaining marital satisfaction over time, as it helps sustain emotional connection and intimacy.

Quiz 11: Being With Others: Forming Relationships in Young and Middle Adulthood.

Your textbook notes that the median age of marriage has increased by several years in the last four decades. Which of the following is a benefit of this delayed entry into marriage?

How many of the following individuals would likely have the tendency to separate love and sex from each other? (a) Richard, who is gay; (b) Dominic, who is heterosexual; (c) Marlene, who is heterosexual; and (d) Bertina, who is a lesbian.​

Larry and Isabelle have been married for just a couple of months, and have not yet had their first major argument. If their marriage is like most, the first major marital stress will center around​

In contrast to heterosexual cohabiting or married couples, gay and lesbian couples report that they frequently do not have ____.​

One important predictor of successful marriage is ____, or the similarity of values and interests a couple shares.​

Marital ____ is an umbrella term that refers to any marital outcome.​

Stephanie and Marlon got married yesterday, and their wedding was a festive party. A good time was had by all! If their marriage follows the typical path of most marriages, Stephanie and Marlon will experience the least marital satisfaction​

Heather is only moderately happy with her marriage. Because of that, she is thinking about having a baby to make her marriage more satisfying. Is this a good idea?​

When all is said and done, the most important thing to predicting the long-term success of a marriage is ____.​

How has the median age of first marriage in the United States changed from 1970 to 2009?​

Which of the following couples will have the lowest chance of having a marriage that lasts?​

Of the following couples, which would you say would be the quickest to make a commitment and opt to cohabit the fastest?​

The vulnerability-stress-____ model sees marital quality as a dynamic process resulting from the couple's ability to handle stressful events in the context of their particular vulnerabilities and resources.​

According to ____ theory, marriages are most likely to be successful when each partner contributes something to the relationship that would be difficult for the other partner to provide.​

The most common form of family in Western societies is the ____ family, which consists only of parents and children.​

When a marriage is interrupted by military deployment, both partners will be affected by the changes in circumstances. Which of the following is an accurate statement about such cases?

Successful couples find a way to ____ in their relationship, and this is a very important determinant of marital satisfaction over longer periods of time.​

How many of the following individuals would likely have the tendency to separate love and sex from each other? (a) Richard, who is gay; (b) Dominic, who is heterosexual; (c) Marlene, who is heterosexual; and (d) Bertina, who is a lesbian.

Larry and Isabelle have been married for just a couple of months, and have not yet had their first major argument. If their marriage is like most, the first major marital stress will center around

In contrast to heterosexual cohabiting or married couples, gay and lesbian couples report that they frequently do not have ____.

One important predictor of successful marriage is ____, or the similarity of values and interests a couple shares.

Marital ____ is an umbrella term that refers to any marital outcome.

Stephanie and Marlon got married yesterday, and their wedding was a festive party. A good time was had by all! If their marriage follows the typical path of most marriages, Stephanie and Marlon will experience the least marital satisfaction

Heather is only moderately happy with her marriage. Because of that, she is thinking about having a baby to make her marriage more satisfying. Is this a good idea?

When all is said and done, the most important thing to predicting the long-term success of a marriage is ____.

How has the median age of first marriage in the United States changed from 1970 to 2009?

Which of the following couples will have the lowest chance of having a marriage that lasts?

Of the following couples, which would you say would be the quickest to make a commitment and opt to cohabit the fastest?

The vulnerability-stress-____ model sees marital quality as a dynamic process resulting from the couple's ability to handle stressful events in the context of their particular vulnerabilities and resources.

According to ____ theory, marriages are most likely to be successful when each partner contributes something to the relationship that would be difficult for the other partner to provide.

The most common form of family in Western societies is the ____ family, which consists only of parents and children.

Successful couples find a way to ____ in their relationship, and this is a very important determinant of marital satisfaction over longer periods of time.