Question 1

Shanika enjoys working with ideas; Madison is emotional and has a high need for individual expression.According to Holland's six personality types,Shanika is __________ and Madison is __________.

Accepted Answer

Holland's six personality types are realistic, investigative, artistic, social, enterprising, and conventional. Shanika enjoys working with ideas which falls under the investigative type, while Madison has a high need for individual expression which falls under the artistic type. Therefore, Shanika is investigative and Madison is artistic.

Question 2

From the freshman to the senior year of college,most students __________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that as students progress through college, they become better at reflecting on the quality of their thinking and developing critical thinking skills. This is a key aspect of cognitive development during the college years. The other answer choices are not supported by research and are not generally true for most college students.

Question 3

Compared to their traditional-career counterparts,men who choose traditionally female-dominated careers __________.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that men who choose traditionally female-dominated careers are more interested in working with people and have a higher level of interpersonal skills. However, their choice of career does not necessarily indicate that they are more focused on social status or have more conservative social attitudes. Additionally, there is no evidence to support that they are more gender-typed in their personal life.

Question 4

When asked about her future vocational choice,14-year-old Solange says,"I'm good at math and I like solving problems.But I like helping people.So maybe teaching math or working as an engineer would be good." Solange is in the __________ period of vocational development.

Accepted Answer

Solange is in the tentative period of vocational development because she is exploring different possibilities for her future career and considering her interests and abilities. She has not yet made a firm decision or commitment to a specific career path.

Question 5

According to Holland,the enterprising person is drawn to __________.

Accepted Answer

According to Holland's theory of vocational choice, the enterprising personality type is outgoing, persuasive, and prefers roles that involve leading, managing, and selling. They are drawn to careers in sales, politics, and entrepreneurship.

Question 6

In longitudinal research,teacher expectations for educational attainment mattered most for __________ students.

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal research has shown that teacher expectations for educational attainment have a greater impact on low-SES students than on high-SES students. This may be due to a variety of factors, including differences in the quality of educational resources available to low-SES students and the ways in which teacher expectations shape student self-perception and motivation.

Question 7

During the realistic period of vocational development,the first step is often __________,and the final phase is __________.

Accepted Answer

During the realistic period of vocational development, individuals start with further exploration of their career options and interests, and the final phase is crystallization, where they make a clear decision about their career path.

Question 8

Clifton has developed master-level creativity.This means that Clifton probably __________.

Accepted Answer

Master-level creativity is characterized by the ability to think outside the box and generate unique ideas without being limited by filters or preconceived notions. This aligns with option B, which describes Clifton's capacity for intuitive thinking with a reduced filter.

Question 9

Deon likes well-structured tasks and values material possessions.Alecia prefers working with people.According to Holland's six personality types,Deon is __________ and Alecia is __________.

Accepted Answer

Deon's preference for well-structured tasks and material possessions indicates a conventional personality type, while Alecia's preference for working with people indicates a social personality type.

Question 10

College students who __________ show large cognitive gains.

Accepted Answer

According to research, college students who connect their community service experiences with their classroom learning show large cognitive gains, as they are able to apply what they have learned academically to their real-life experiences, thus enhancing their overall learning and development. This suggests that civic engagement, when connected to classroom learning, can be a powerful tool for cognitive growth.

Question 11

Colleges that __________ have a higher percentage of dropouts.

Accepted Answer

Colleges with less selective admissions requirements tend to have a higher percentage of students who may not be as academically prepared for college, making them more likely to struggle and eventually drop out. Colleges that offer support services for high-risk students or place students in developmental courses may actually have lower dropout rates because they are providing resources to help students succeed. Generously funding student services may also help retain students, but it is not necessarily the most significant factor in predicting dropout rates.

Question 12

Almost without exception,__________.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that males consistently demonstrate greater confidence in their science ability than females, even if their actual performance is similar. The other options are not supported by research.

Question 13

In a study examining the importance of academic engagement in college for successful transition to the labor market,researchers found that __________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Eight-year-old Marci is involved in community theater.She fantasizes about starring in a Broadway musical.Marci's desire to be an actress __________.

Accepted Answer

At eight years old, Marci's desire to be an actress may be based more on her current interests and hobbies rather than a true vocational decision. It is unlikely that she has fully considered the path it takes to become a Broadway actress and the odds of becoming successful in that field. As she grows and develops new interests and skills, her career aspirations may change.

Question 15

Which young adult is least likely to have a college degree?

Accepted Answer

In the United States, the percentage of young adults with a college degree is generally lower compared to countries like Canada, South Korea, and Japan, which have higher rates of tertiary education attainment among their young adult populations.

Question 16

According to Holland,people who choose construction,plumbing,or surveying prefer __________.

Accepted Answer

Holland's theory suggests that people who choose construction, plumbing, or surveying tend to prefer working with real-world problems rather than abstract ideas, and they typically enjoy well-structured tasks that have clear solutions. They may not place as much emphasis on individual expression as some other career types.

Question 17

Young people's vocational aspirations correlate strongly with their __________.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that young people's vocational aspirations are heavily influenced by their parents' occupations and socio-economic status.

Question 18

Which statement about gender stereotypes in vocational choice is true?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that women still tend to be concentrated in less-well-paid, traditionally feminine professions such as teaching, nursing, and social work, despite advances in gender equality in the workforce.

Question 19

Since the 1970s,__________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Since the 1970s,__________.
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Question 20

College students who are __________ are more likely to graduate.

Accepted Answer

Students from families that value a college education are likely to have more supportive and encouraging parents or guardians who will push them to complete their education. This support can have a positive impact on a student's academic progress and persistence in obtaining their degree.

Quiz 13: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

Shanika enjoys working with ideas; Madison is emotional and has a high need for individual expression.According to Holland's six personality types,Shanika is and Madison is .