Question 1

Andrea is 55 years old. She is caring for her ailing parents as well as raising her two grandchildren. These obligations show her that she is a bridge between the generations. Andrea is part of what is known as the:

Accepted Answer

The term "sandwich generation" refers to adults who are "sandwiched" between caring for their aging parents and their own children, in this case, grandchildren, thus facing responsibilities and pressures from both generations.

Question 2

The social network of family, friends, acquaintances, and co-workers through which we achieve a sense of self-worth, acceptance, and psychological well-being is referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

A social convoy is a concept that describes the group of family, friends, acquaintances, and co-workers that surrounds an individual, providing support, a sense of self-worth, acceptance, and psychological well-being throughout their life.

Question 3

According to the U.S. Census figures cited in your textbook, approximately what percent of people in middle adulthood are married?

Accepted Answer

According to U.S. Census figures, approximately 66% of people in middle adulthood are married. This statistic reflects the high rate of marriage within this age group.

Question 4

Early in the marriage ___________ usually wanted more time alone, while it was more often ____________ who wanted more time alone in long-standing marriages.

Accepted Answer

Early in the marriage, it is typically the husband who desires more time alone, whereas in long-standing marriages, it is more often the wife who seeks more time alone.

Question 5

Most married couples measure their financial success by:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most married couples measure their financial success...

Question 6

Who is more likely to have engaged in EMS (extramarital sexual relations) over a lifetime?

Accepted Answer

Studies and surveys, including those from the General Social Survey (GSS) and other sociological research, have historically shown that men are more likely to report engaging in extramarital sexual relations than women.

Question 7

The highest incidence of having had a secondary sex partner among women occurs during which group?

Accepted Answer

Cohabiting women have been found to have a higher incidence of having had a secondary sex partner compared to married or dating women. This is likely due to the less formal commitment compared to marriage, which might influence the dynamics of exclusivity and fidelity in the relationship.

Question 8

Christine has been sharing confidences and personal feelings with her co-worker Bernard. Although she is somewhat taken aback because she has not shared these feelings with her husband, it can be said that Christine is engaging in:

Accepted Answer

Emotional infidelity involves forming a close emotional connection with someone outside of one's committed relationship, often sharing personal thoughts and feelings that are not shared with the partner. This can happen without any physical or sexual involvement, as is the case with Christine and Bernard.

Question 9

Which of the following women would be more likely to divorce?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, individuals who marry at a younger age and those with lower levels of education are more likely to divorce. Anne fits both criteria, making her the most likely to divorce among the options provided.

Question 10

Compared with married, never-married, and widowed adults, both parties to a divorce have:

Accepted Answer

Divorce can lead to more financial strain due to the costs associated with the process and the division of assets. It can also result in social isolation as individuals may lose mutual friends or withdraw from social activities they once shared with their partner. Additionally, the stress and emotional turmoil of a divorce can lead to physical distress, impacting an individual's overall health. Therefore, all of these options are correct.

Question 11

How does divorce affect men and women at midlife?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that men are more likely to experience depression and a decline in achievement goals after a divorce, while women often become more outgoing and action-oriented, possibly due to increased independence and social support.

Question 12

Beatrice had always been a stay-at-home mom. After her divorce, she lost her main source of income. Beatrice is referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

A displaced homemaker is someone who has primarily been a stay-at-home parent or spouse and has lost their main source of income due to divorce, separation, or the death of a spouse, making "C" the correct term for Beatrice's situation.

Question 13

Which of the following is true concerning divorced men who do not remarry?

Accepted Answer

Divorced men who do not remarry are at a higher risk for various negative outcomes, including increased rates of alcoholism, drug abuse, and car accidents. This is likely due to a combination of factors such as emotional distress, loss of social support, and changes in lifestyle.

Question 14

Approximately what proportion of recent marriages were remarriages in 2000?

Accepted Answer

In 2000, approximately one-third of all marriages in the United States were remarriages for at least one of the partners. This reflects the commonality of divorce and subsequent remarriage in society.

Question 15

The likelihood that a woman will remarry:

Accepted Answer

The likelihood that a woman will remarry generally decreases with age. As people get older, they may have less interest in remarrying or face a smaller pool of potential partners.

Question 16

"Blended families" are comprised of:

Accepted Answer

Blended families are those that include children from previous marriages and/or adopted children, combining them into a new family unit.

Question 17

Having been divorced for three years, Tyler's mother has just told him that she will remarry. Tyler is most likely to feel what emotion?

Accepted Answer

Tyler is most likely to feel apprehension due to the significant change in his family dynamics and the uncertainty about how the new relationship will affect his life.

Question 18

Maureen's two children have left home. Her daughter is going to college and her son is getting married. Now that the children have left, Maureen and her husband have a household that is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

The term "empty nest" is used to describe a household where the parents' children have grown up and left home, typically to pursue education or start their own families, leaving the parents living by themselves.

Question 19

Millie, Jack, and Sharon are stepchildren in a blended family. Adrienne asks her friend who also has stepchildren for some advice to help maintain mealtime harmony. The best advice she can give is to:

Accepted Answer

Taking a "don't sweat the small stuff" attitude can help maintain a relaxed and positive atmosphere during mealtime, making it easier for stepchildren to adapt and feel comfortable in the blended family setting. This approach encourages flexibility and understanding, which are crucial for harmony in a blended family.

Question 20

Since there is no time for the evolution of parenting techniques in the blended family, it is probably best to:

Accepted Answer

Discussing parenting and discipline techniques prior to marriage allows both partners to understand each other's perspectives and agree on a consistent approach, which is crucial for the stability and well-being of a blended family.

Quiz 16: Middle Adulthood: Emotional and Social Development