Question 1

Which of the following are LEAST likely to have a future without children?

Accepted Answer

Hispanic women historically have higher fertility rates compared to white and black women, making them least likely to have a future without children.

Question 2

Teen mothers

Accepted Answer

Teen mothers are at higher risk of anemia during pregnancy due to their bodies not being fully developed and not having enough iron stores to support the pregnancy.

Answer: C
 Teen pregnancy rates have decreased in recent years, but teen mothers are still more numerous than ever before in history due to the overall population increase.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

Answer: A, C
 Teen mothers are more at risk of anemia than mothers who have their first child between ages 30-35. Teen pregnancy rates have decreased in recent years, but teen mothers are still more numerous than ever before in history due to the overall population increase.

Question 3

A typical child born in 2007 and raised to age 18 will cost approximately

Accepted Answer

According to a report by the United States Department of Agriculture, a child born in 2007 and raised to age 18 would cost approximately $195,000 to $393,000, depending on income level and geographical location. This includes expenses such as housing, food, healthcare, transportation, education, and childcare.

Question 4

Older mothers

Accepted Answer

Older mothers are at a higher risk for hypertension (high blood pressure) during pregnancy compared to younger mothers. This is due to the physiological changes that occur with aging, which can affect the cardiovascular system.

Question 5

During pregnancy,

Accepted Answer

During the first trimester, women may experience nausea, fatigue, and changes in hormonal levels that can decrease their interest in sexual activity. However, interest in sex may increase or return to normal in the second and third trimesters for some women.

Question 6

Comparing planned and unplanned pregnancies we find all EXCEPT which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The statement about mothers of planned pregnancies being more likely to suffer depression following the delivery is not true. Research shows that mothers of unplanned pregnancies are more likely to experience postpartum depression.

Question 7

The percentage of women who intend to forgo parenting is estimated to be no more than _____ percent.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

What percentage of the U.S.population of reproductive age experience infertility?

Accepted Answer

About 10 percent of the U.S. population of reproductive age experience infertility, according to various health studies and reports.

Question 9

The term "child free" is used to describe

Accepted Answer

The term "child free" specifically refers to a choice made by individuals or couples to not have children. It is a lifestyle and identity of those who intentionally choose to not have children, rather than being a result of circumstances such as infertility or children moving out.

Question 10

The 2007 fertility rate of 69.5 births for every 1,000 women between 15 and 44 reflects

Accepted Answer

The 2007 fertility rate reflects 4.3 million births in the United States, which was the highest total recorded at that time.

Question 11

Women who choose to be child free are generally

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women who choose to be childfree are often well-educated and career-oriented, rather than mentally unstable or from wealthy/poorly educated backgrounds. This choice allows them to prioritize their personal and professional goals, and should be respected as a valid lifestyle choice.

Question 12

Child-free women and child-free men

Accepted Answer

Child-free women are often perceived more negatively than child-free men, as there is still a societal expectation for women to have children and fulfill a traditional maternal role. Men, on the other hand, may be perceived as more career-oriented and focused on their own personal fulfillment. However, both child-free women and men can still face negative attitudes or scrutiny from certain parts of society.

Question 13

Compared to mothers, women who are child free

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Question 14

Fertility rates are highest among

Accepted Answer

Mexican Americans have the highest fertility rates among all racial and ethnic groups in the United States, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2018, the birth rate for Mexican American women was 63.2 births per 1,000 women, compared to 12.1 for Asian Americans, 52.6 for Cuban Americans, and 60.3 for non-Hispanic black women.

Question 15

The number of births to unmarried women in 2007

Accepted Answer

According to the information given in the question, the number of births to unmarried women in 2007 was more than twice as high as the number in 1980. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Options A and D are incorrect as they do not provide a comparison with the number in 2007. Option B is also incorrect as it provides information about a different time period.

Question 16

What percentage of births to women age 15 to 44 is unplanned?

Accepted Answer

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that approximately 35 percent of births in the United States to women ages 15-44 are unintended or unplanned.

Question 17

Pregnancy rates remain highest for women in their

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, pregnancy rates are highest for women in their twenties, with a decline in rates for women in their thirties and a further decline for women in their forties. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 18

During pregnancy,

Accepted Answer

Couples should not shy away from engaging in sexual activities during pregnancy. Sexual activity is typically safe during pregnancy, and couples are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider if they have concerns. While some women may experience changes in their sex drive or physical discomfort during sex, there are no hard and fast rules about sexuality during pregnancy. It is essential for couples to communicate and find ways to be intimate that work for both partners during this time.

Question 19

The largest minority group in the United States is

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hispanics make up the largest minority group in the United States, accounting for 18.5% of the total U.S. population. African Americans make up 13.4% of the U.S. population, Asian Americans make up 5.9%, and Native Americans make up 2.9%.

Question 20

The highest fertility rates are found among

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 10: Becoming Parents and Experiencing Parenthood

Which of the following are LEAST likely to have a future without children?

Teen mothers

A typical child born in 2007 and raised to age 18 will cost approximately

Older mothers

During pregnancy,

Comparing planned and unplanned pregnancies we find all EXCEPT which of the following?

The percentage of women who intend to forgo parenting is estimated to be no more than _____ percent.

What percentage of the U.S.population of reproductive age experience infertility?

The term "child free" is used to describe

The 2007 fertility rate of 69.5 births for every 1,000 women between 15 and 44 reflects

Women who choose to be child free are generally

Child-free women and child-free men

Compared to mothers, women who are child free

Fertility rates are highest among

The number of births to unmarried women in 2007

What percentage of births to women age 15 to 44 is unplanned?

Pregnancy rates remain highest for women in their

During pregnancy,

The largest minority group in the United States is

The highest fertility rates are found among