Question 1

Maria is an elderly Latina-American woman.Which of the following support systems is she most likely to use to cope with the daily difficulties she faces?

Accepted Answer

According to research, Latino seniors often rely on the support of their families, friends, and religious communities to cope with daily difficulties. Therefore, the people in her religious community are most likely to be her support system. Local service organizations and federally subsidized counseling services can also be helpful, but research suggests that seniors are more likely to turn to informal support networks first. Elder organizations such as the Gray Panthers may not be as common in her community and may not reflect her cultural values and beliefs.

Question 2

Which factor appears to be highly associated with greater poverty in old age?

Accepted Answer

Ethnicity is often associated with systemic inequalities and discrimination, which can lead to disparities in income and wealth accumulation, resulting in higher poverty rates in old age for certain ethnic groups.

Question 3

In the social _______ model of social relations,individuals go through life embedded in a personal network of individuals to whom they give,and from whom they receive,social support.

Accepted Answer

The social convoy model of social relations refers to the idea that individuals move through life in a personal network of social relationships that provide them with social support. This network is often made up of family members, friends, and others whom the individual has close ties with. The term 'convoy' is used to describe this network, as it suggests a group of people traveling together for mutual support and protection. Options A, B, and D do not accurately describe this model of social relations.

Question 4

Which of the following groups of individuals is most likely to be satisfied with their marriage?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that older adults are more likely to report higher levels of marital satisfaction due to longer-term investments made in the relationship, increased emotional stability, and decreased focus on physical appearance and sexual performance.

Question 5

Evidence offered by Turner suggests that as men reach late adulthood,they become more:

Accepted Answer

Turner's evidence suggests that men in late adulthood often exhibit traits traditionally considered feminine, such as increased emotional sensitivity and nurturing behavior.

Question 6

Currently,approximately __________ of older American adults cohabit (live together).

Accepted Answer

Approximately 3% of older American adults cohabit (live together).

Question 7

These days,approximately ____% of older adults are living in cohabiting situations for a wide variety of reasons.

Accepted Answer

The answer of These days,approximately ____% of older adults are...

Question 8

Which of the following factors combine to form the "double jeopardy" that is noted in this chapter?

Accepted Answer

The "double jeopardy" mentioned in the chapter is a combination of ageism and racism, in which an individual faces discrimination and disadvantages due to being both older and being a member of a racial or ethnic group that experiences marginalization. None of the other options mentioned in the question accurately represent the concept of "double jeopardy" as described in the chapter.

Question 9

Social support is negatively correlated with:

Accepted Answer

Social support is negatively correlated with disease, meaning that higher social support is associated with lower levels of disease.

Question 10

According to Antonucci,Lansford,and Akiyama (2001),friendships in late adulthood:

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Antonucci,Lansford,and Akiyama (2001),friendships in late...

Question 11

Cohabitation is increasing among ________ and is expected to continue to increase.Cohabitation for this age group may be based on a need for companionship and a legal sharing of resources without finances being legally joined.

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation is increasing among older adults, often due to a desire for companionship and the benefits of sharing resources without the legal and financial implications of marriage.

Question 12

Rasulo,Christensen,and Tomassini (2005)reported that when persons over the age of 75 had close ties with friends,they were less likely to:

Accepted Answer

Rasulo, Christensen, and Tomassini (2005) reported that elderly individuals who had close ties with friends were less likely to die over seven years. The study did not mention incontinence, memory loss, or mental incompetence.

Question 13

A 2004 study found that ________ were the most satisfied with their marriages.

Accepted Answer

The study found that older adults (ages 65 and older) were the most satisfied with their marriages.

Question 14

Luka is 72 years old.According to trends noticed in research about how gender roles may or may not change with age,we can expect that Luka is now ________ she was when she was 50.

Accepted Answer

As people age, they tend to become more androgynous, meaning that they display a more balanced mix of masculine and feminine traits.

Question 15

According to research evidence,gender roles in the elder years tend to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to research evidence,gender roles in the...

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT one of the consequences of divorce on older people noted by your author?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT one...

Question 17

Adult daughters are three times more likely than adult sons to provide older adults with assistance with:

Accepted Answer

According to research, adult daughters are more likely than sons to provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They also tend to provide more emotional support and coordination of services for their aging parents. While they may also assist with other tasks such as finances, housework, and transportation, these duties are typically shared more equally between sons and daughters.

Question 18

Research has found that older adults are the group most likely to volunteer their time,giving an average of ____ hours in volunteer services per year.

Accepted Answer

Older adults are often more likely to have the time and resources to volunteer, and research indicates they give an average of 100 hours in volunteer services per year.

Question 19

If Ruth is like most older adults,she is less likely to have a computer in her home than younger individuals.If she has a computer,however,she probably spends about ___ hours per week "cruising" the internet!

Accepted Answer

The answer of If Ruth is like most older adults,she...

Question 20

How do many African Americans cope with the challenges of growing older in a racist and ageist society?

Accepted Answer

Many African Americans cope with the challenges of growing older in a racist and ageist society by relying on their family networks and often the church. These support systems can provide emotional and physical support, as well as a sense of community and belonging.

Quiz 16: Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood