Question 1

Family members' upbringing, experience, education level, TV viewing habits, computer literacy and entertainment preferences are all aspects of their:

Accepted Answer

These aspects are all part of a family's lifestyle, which encompasses their habits, attitudes, tastes, moral standards, economic level, and the things they do for fun and relaxation.

Question 2

The fact that the socialisation process is an ongoing process is recognised by the concept of:

Accepted Answer

Adult consumer socialisation recognises that socialisation is an ongoing process, extending beyond childhood and adolescence into adulthood, as individuals continue to learn and adapt to their social environment throughout their lives.

Question 3

_____ is defined as the process by which people acquire the skills, knowledge, attitudes and preferences necessary to function as consumers.

Accepted Answer

Consumer socialisation is the process through which individuals learn about how to become consumers, including acquiring knowledge about different products, services, and brands, as well as developing preferences and attitudes towards different kinds of consumption. This process typically occurs through social interactions with family members, peers, and media, as well as through direct experiences with consumption. Thus, while the other answer choices are all related to consumption, none of them specifically capture the process of learning how to become a consumer, which is what consumer socialisation refers to.

Question 4

Which of the following would be classified as a household, but not a family?

Accepted Answer

Two housemates living together for an extended period of time can be classified as a household, but not a family because they do not have the familial relationship of kinship or marriage.

Question 5

Realising the scarcity of family's ______ nowadays, innovative retailers such as Hog's Breath café are now targeting families for an evening out.

Accepted Answer

The sentence indicates the scarcity of family's "quality time." The innovative retailers are targeting families to provide a setting for them to spend quality time together.

Question 6

When considering the economic support provided by family, which of the following statements would be false?

Accepted Answer

The family is not formed primarily for economic security; it is formed for various reasons including emotional support, companionship, and raising children. Economic security can be a factor, but it is not the primary reason for family formation.

Question 7

Children develop consumption skills in different ways. Pre-adolescent children acquire their consumer behaviour norms mainly through:

Accepted Answer

Pre-adolescent children acquire their consumer behaviour norms mainly through observation of their parents and older siblings. They learn from their parents about what products to buy, what brands to prefer, and how to shop.

Question 8

Ted and Bob, both university students, share a flat. They represent a:

Accepted Answer

Since Ted and Bob are not related by blood or marriage, they cannot be a family or a nuclear household. They also do not fit the definition of a traditional family. Thus, the best choice is a group household, where unrelated people live together and share living expenses.

Question 9

______ on consumer behaviour are stronger for convenience goods, has a similar effect across males and females, and declines with ageing.

Accepted Answer

Intergenerational effects refer to the influence of parents or older generations on consumer behavior, which is stronger for convenience goods, affects both genders similarly, and diminishes as individuals age.

Question 10

What determines the difference between a couple-only family and a nuclear family?

Accepted Answer

A couple-only family consists of only the couple with no children, while a nuclear family consists of parents and their children. So, having at least one child is what determines the difference between the two. The other choices, purchasing a home or having a grandparent living with them, are not accurate determinants of family structure.

Question 11

A consumer's upbringing, experience and personal goals are examples of the family function of:

Accepted Answer

The answer of A consumer's upbringing, experience and personal goals...

Question 12

Jason and Kylie have been married for four months, have no children, and live in a townhouse. They would best be described as (a):

Accepted Answer

Jason and Kylie have only been married for four months and have no children, which indicates a relatively new and young marriage. They also live in a townhouse, which suggests a small family unit. Therefore, they can best be described as young marrieds.

Question 13

More flexibility in the work place has allowed parents and partners to offer their family more:

Accepted Answer

The increased flexibility in the workplace allows parents and partners to balance their work and home life better, which, in turn, allows them to offer more emotional support to their families. While flexibility may help people earn more income, it is primarily emotional support that benefits from this change. Fringe benefits are not directly impacted by the flexibility in the workplace.

Question 14

Traditionally, a _____ has been defined as two or more persons related by blood, marriage or adoption who reside together.

Accepted Answer

The definition provided in the question perfectly fits the definition of a family, which is a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption who live together. Option A, B, and C are not the best choices as they do not fit the definition provided.

Question 15

Which of the following is an indication that the economic role of children in the family has changed in comparison to the previous generation?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is an indication...

Question 16

Which of the following is not a basic function provided by the family?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 17

The fact that Linda contributes approximately $30 000 to the family's $60 000 income is an aspect of the family function of:

Accepted Answer

The fact that Linda contributes approximately $30 000 to the family's $60 000 income indicates the economic well-being function of the family. Economic well-being refers to the financial support needed to provide for the family's basic needs, such as food, shelter, education, and healthcare. Linda's contribution to the family's income helps to maintain their economic well-being.

Question 18

Which of the following products is not likely to be a brand that is transferred intergenerationally?

Accepted Answer

Running shoes are a product that requires a proper fit and are often chosen based on individual preferences and needs, making them less likely to be transferred intergenerationally compared to household staples like mayonnaise, coffee, and peanut butter.

Question 19

The _____ is a central function of the family. The process includes imparting to children the basic values and modes of behaviour consistent with the family's culture.

Accepted Answer

The socialisation of family members is the process of imparting basic values and modes of behaviour consistent with the family's culture. This is a central function of the family and an important part of child development. The consumer socialisation process, technical learning process, and reward process are not directly related to the socialisation of family members.

Question 20

In the next 10 to 15 years, the largest growth will be found in which household type?

Accepted Answer

According to demographic trends, the number of lone-person households is projected to increase significantly in the next 10 to 15 years. This is due to factors such as an aging population, delayed marriage and family formation, and increased divorce rates. Therefore, C is the best choice.

Quiz 9: The family