Question 1

The US has the highest divorce rate of any industrialized nation.More recently,the divorce rate in the US

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While the US does still have a high divorce rate compared to other industrialized nations, the divorce rate has actually been gradually decreasing since the 1980s and has begun to level off in recent years. So, option A is the correct answer. Option B and C are incorrect as they state that the divorce rate is increasing or has doubled, which is not true. Option D is also incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest that the decrease in the divorce rate is considerable.

Question 2

Suggest two or three factors accounting for the increased rate of divorce in the U.S.over the past 40 years.

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Question 3

Research on cohabitation and later marital satisfaction indicates that

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Studies have consistently shown that couples who cohabit before marriage are more likely to divorce compared to couples who do not cohabit before marriage. This may be due to factors such as a weaker commitment to marriage or a higher acceptance of divorce.

Question 4

Of the following groups,which is the least likely to receive child support?

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Women who are welfare clients are generally less likely to receive child support because they are typically low-income and may not have access to resources or support to pursue child support payments. Additionally, the government may recoup the cost of providing welfare benefits by requiring fathers to make child support payments directly to the state instead of to the mother.

Question 5

It has been argued marital satisfaction changes over the life cycle.Explain what this statement means.

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Question 6

One contributor to the rising divorce rates is many women

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Many women now have the option to pursue careers and financial independence, which may make them less likely to stay in unhappy marriages or tolerate unequal relationships. This alternative economic independence may contribute to the rising divorce rates.

Question 7

At the societal level,several factors have been correlated with rising divorce rates.Divorce rates rise along with

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Research has shown that women's participation in the paid work force is strongly associated with rising divorce rates. This may be because women who work gain more financial independence and autonomy, which may lead to less tolerance for an unhappy marriage. Meanwhile, political and social unrest and the unemployment rate are not consistently correlated with divorce rates.

Question 8

Why do women lose out financially in divorce?

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All of the options are correct. Many state property laws assume that property belongs to the spouse who earned it, which often disadvantages women who may have not been the primary earners in the marriage. Additionally, the unpaid labor of women, such as raising children and taking care of the household, is often not considered in the divorce proceedings. Finally, women may feel guilty or ashamed about asserting their financial needs, which can also contribute to their disadvantage in divorce settlements.

Question 9

Research on formerly cohabiting couples who are then married indicates they are

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Question 10

Janet (a 22-year-old secretary)and Ryan (her 30-year-old boss)have recently married.Discuss the types of marriage they could have (traditional,modern,egalitarian,dual earner).What factors will help determine which type they find themselves in? Which one do you think they are most likely to be in and why?

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Question 11

Studies of divorce and remarriage suggest second marriages are ___________ than first marriages to end in divorce.

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Question 12

In the U.S. ,over 40- 50% of first marriages end within _________ years.

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Question 13

Women are more likely than men to say their marriages ended due to their partners'

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Studies have shown that women are more likely to cite infidelities, substance abuse, and mental or physical abuse as reasons for the end of their marriages. This is not to say that men do not experience these issues, but rather that women tend to report them more frequently as contributing factors to the breakdown of the marriage.

Question 14

Strains on remarriages that may lead to divorce include

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All of the options listed can be potential strains on remarriages that may lead to divorce. Complex family structures and dynamics can lead to increased stress and potential conflicts, while conflicts over how to allocate money can also cause tension. Additionally, the fact that one or both spouses have already been divorced once may make them less inclined to stay in an unhappy marriage.

Question 15

Women seem to adjust better to divorce than men because

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Research suggests that women tend to have stronger social support networks, which can help them adjust better to divorce. They often focus on building and maintaining connections with friends and family, whereas men may struggle to do so. While custody and spousal support may also be factors, they are not universal experiences for all women going through divorce. The idea that women only have to do household work for themselves again is a stereotype and not supported by research.

Question 16

When dividing a couple's assets upon divorce,divorce courts often do not consider the value of the husband's ________________,which the couple has built together.

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Divorce courts often overlook the value of intangible assets like pension benefits, education, and future earning power, which are built together during the marriage.

Question 17

There are various alternatives to heterosexual marriage (lesbian relationships,cohabitation,and divorce that may or may not lead to remarriage).Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of each for women.

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Question 18

Research on divorce indicates

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Research indicates that the US has one of the highest divorce rates among industrialized countries.

Question 19

Women who are full-time homemakers and get divorced

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Women who are full-time homemakers and get divorced can lose their source of financial support as they may not have their own income or may have limited options due to fewer marketable workplace skills. Additionally, they may view their divorces as personal failures and the loss of a job. Therefore, all of the above options are correct.

Question 20

_______ remains highly correlated with divorce.

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Studies have consistently shown that marrying young is a significant factor in divorce rates. Couples who marry in their teens or early twenties are more likely to experience significant challenges in their relationship due to economic instability, lack of maturity, and differing life goals. As a result, they are more likely to end up divorced.

Quiz 8: Commitments: Women and Close Relationships