Question 1

The U.S. has the highest divorce rate of all industrial nations.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the United Nations, the U.S. has the highest divorce rate of all industrialized nations, with an average of 3.2 divorces per 1,000 people.

Question 2

Children living with grandparents after a divorce is an example of

Accepted Answer

Third-party custody refers to a situation where someone other than the biological parents, such as grandparents, are given custody of a child. This can occur in various circumstances, including after a divorce, if it's in the best interest of the child.

Question 3

The comparison of number of divorces to the number of marriages in any given year is how the refined divorce rate is calculated.

Accepted Answer

The refined divorce rate is calculated by dividing the number of divorces by the population, usually per 1,000 people, not by comparing it directly to the number of marriages.

Question 4

In ________ children live with both parents, dividing their time equally between separate households.

Accepted Answer

Joint physical custody is when children live with both parents and divide their time equally between separate households. Joint legal custody refers to the parents sharing decision-making authority, but does not necessarily mean the children physically divide their time equally between households. Birdnesting custody refers to a parenting arrangement where the children remain in the family home and the parents take turns living in the home with them. Split custody is a custody arrangement where siblings are separated and each parent has custody of at least one child.

Question 5

Of custodial parents who share custody and visitation with the other spouse, approximately ____________ are more likely to receive support as compared to only 36% of the parents who do not share custody or visitation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of custodial parents who share custody and...

Question 6

In 1984, all states

Accepted Answer

In 1984, all states implemented automatic wage withholding to withhold child support payments from non-custodial parents' paychecks, which was a significant step towards ensuring that child support payments were actually made and received by the custodial parent.

Question 7

A governmental system whereby the government gives child support to the custodial parent and collects that amount from the non-custodial parent is called

Accepted Answer

The system described in the question is known as "guaranteed child support" or "mandatory child support." It is a method used by governments to ensure that children receive financial support from both parents, even if the parents are no longer together. The custodial parent receives the child support payments, and the government collects the payments from the non-custodial parent. This is done to ensure that children receive adequate financial support, regardless of the circumstances of their parents.

Question 8

Infidelity was ranked as the number one reason for divorce.

Accepted Answer

While infidelity is a common reason for divorce, it is not universally ranked as the number one reason. Other factors like lack of communication, financial issues, and incompatibility can also be leading causes.

Question 9

One study found that being fired from a job

Accepted Answer

The study found that being fired from a job significantly raises the probability of divorce.

Question 10

Divorce is considered a high-stressor life event similar to death of a spouse.

Accepted Answer

Divorce often involves significant emotional, financial, legal, and social changes, which can lead to high levels of stress and anxiety for those involved. Studies have shown that divorce can cause similar levels of stress as the death of a spouse.

Question 11

Divorced couples can utilize the internet to allow for visitation for an out of state non-custodial parent through virtual visitation.

Accepted Answer

Virtual visitation, also known as electronic or online visitation, allows non-custodial parents to interact with their children over the internet through various communication channels such as video conferencing, instant messaging, email, and social media. It can be an excellent tool for divorced couples who live in different states and want to maintain a meaningful relationship between the non-custodial parent and the child. Virtual visitation is recognized and encouraged by many family courts across the US and can be included in custody and visitation agreements.

Question 12

African Americans have higher divorce rates due largely to being disproportionately poor.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that poverty is strongly associated with higher divorce rates, and African Americans are more likely to be living in poverty than other racial groups in the United States. This is one factor that contributes to their higher divorce rates.

Question 13

Compared to singles, divorced people have higher rates of illness and suicide.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that divorced people have higher rates of chronic health conditions, alcohol abuse, and suicide compared to those who are single or married.

Question 14

When children stay in the family home and divorced parents alternate staying with them, the arrangement is called

Accepted Answer

The arrangement described is called birdnesting custody, in which the children remain in the family home and the divorced parents take turns staying with them. Split custody refers to an arrangement in which different children in a family live with different parents. Boomerang custody is not a recognized term in family law. Joint legal custody refers to a situation in which both parents have a say in major decisions concerning their children, but does not specify where the children physically reside.

Question 15

Children of divorced parents are no more at risk to divorce as adults as compared to those whose parents remained married.

Accepted Answer

Research shows that children of divorced parents are, in fact, more likely to divorce as adults compared to those whose parents remained married. This may be attributed to several factors such as modeling of poor communication and problem-solving skills, emotional instability, and insecurity in relationships. However, it's important to note that this does not mean that all children of divorced parents will also end up divorcing.

Question 16

Couples can rent a judge to help them speed up their divorce process.

Accepted Answer

Couples can hire a private judge to help them resolve their divorce case more quickly and efficiently, although this can be a costly option. This is a form of alternative dispute resolution that allows both parties to reach a settlement without going through the traditional court system. However, it is important to note that not all states allow private judging in divorce cases.

Question 17

According to Panel 14.3, in what year did divorce rates peak for women?

Accepted Answer

According to Panel 14.3, divorce rates peaked for women in 1980.

Question 18

The best indicator of payment of child support is

Accepted Answer

A good relationship between the ex-spouses is often cited as a significant factor in the regular payment of child support, as it can facilitate communication and cooperation regarding financial responsibilities for the child.

Question 19

According to Panel 14.6, which group had the highest divorce rate?

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Question 20

The emergence of no-fault divorce laws contributed to a significant rise in divorce rates.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The emergence of no-fault divorce laws contributed...

Quiz 14: Uncoupling: Separation and Divorce