Question 1

Kevin is a high school junior who has wanted to attend college since he was in elementary school. According to recent research, what will most significantly influence whether Kevin will attend college and, if he does, whether he graduates?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kevin is a high school junior who...

Question 2

Which student is most likely to leave college without a degree?

Accepted Answer

Emily has several factors that could make it more difficult for her to complete college, including working full-time, taking care of children, and attending a larger college with potentially less individualized support. This combination of factors is often associated with lower graduation rates.

Question 3

William Perry found that over the four years of their college careers, students typically _____.

Accepted Answer

William Perry found that over the four years of their college careers, students typically move through nine levels of complexity in their thinking.

Question 4

A student believes that divorce is right if the marriage partners are no longer in love, even if the couple has children together. The student is reasoning from a morality of _____ orientation.

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The answer of A student believes that divorce is right...

Question 5

College students spend less than _____ of their waking time studying or in class and much more time socializing.

Accepted Answer

College students spend less than one-fourth of their waking time studying or in class and much more time socializing.

Question 6

If Jane has declared the most popular major in college in the United States in 2016, she is studying _____.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, business was the most popular major among college students in the United States in 2016.

Question 7

According to James Fowler's religious stages, faith, like other aspects of cognition, progresses from a(n) _____ view of life to a(n) _____ view.

Accepted Answer

James Fowler's stages of faith development suggest that faith progresses from a simple, self-centered, one-sided view to a more complex, unselfish understanding as individuals mature.

Question 8

Among religiously unaffiliated adults, _____ percent are atheists.

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The answer of Among religiously unaffiliated adults, _____ percent are...

Question 9

When students first start college, they tend to _____.

Accepted Answer

When students first start college, they often believe in the existence of clear and perfect truths, as they are transitioning from a more structured high school environment to the more complex and nuanced world of higher education.

Question 10

Research suggests that the process of moral thinking _____ with age.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently suggested that moral reasoning tends to improve with age, with individuals becoming more consistent in their moral judgments and relying less on external factors such as social pressure or personal interests. This development is partly due to cognitive and intellectual growth, as well as social experiences that provide opportunities for moral reflection and decision-making. While there may be individual differences and variations in this process, overall the trend points towards increased moral sophistication and complexity over time.

Question 11

The stage in which faith becomes an active commitment, detached from the expectations of culture and others, is referred to as the stage of "_____ faith."

Accepted Answer

The "individual-reflective" stage is where faith becomes an active commitment, independent of cultural and external expectations.

Question 12

A new pedagogical technique in which students are required to watch videos of a lecture on their computers before class and then participate in discussions in class facilitated by the professor is called "_____."

Accepted Answer

The technique described is known as a "flipped class" where students engage in pre-class learning activities, such as watching lecture videos, before attending class where they participate in interactive discussions facilitated by the professor. A MOOC (A) refers to a Massive Open Online Course, which is a type of online course typically aimed at large-scale participation and open access. A nontraditional student (B) refers to a student who does not fit the traditional profile of a college student, such as being older, having work or family responsibilities, or attending school part-time. Massification (D) refers to the trend of higher education moving toward more widespread accessibility and participation.

Question 13

Hugo is a recent college graduate. He is more likely than a non-college graduate to do all the following EXCEPT _____.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that college graduates are less likely to smoke than non-college graduates, so Hugo is less likely to smoke more. Additionally, college graduates are more likely to exercise and eat better, which may lead to living longer. However, there is no guarantee that he will live longer.

Question 14

Compared to individuals without a college education, those with a college education tend to be _____.

Accepted Answer

Studies consistently show that individuals with a college education have higher earning potential and are more likely to have access to better healthcare options, leading to better health outcomes overall. However, there is no evidence to suggest that higher education inherently makes someone more intelligent or more likely to be married. Additionally, research suggests that individuals with a college education are actually less likely to smoke than those without a college education.

Question 15

The chance of leaving college without a degree becomes greater when all the following occur EXCEPT _____.

Accepted Answer

When classes become more difficult, it might increase the likelihood of a student dropping out or not obtaining a degree. The other choices all have a direct correlation to a higher chance of not finishing college.

Question 16

Colby has to write an essay about gender and moral reasoning. According to research presented in the text, _____.

Accepted Answer

The text suggests that some research has found gender differences in moral thinking, while other research has not. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Question 17

Dr. Richardson asks her class which age group most favors same-sex marriage. A student raises his hand and correctly identifies _____ adults as the group most in favor of it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dr. Richardson asks her class which age...

Question 18

According to James Fowler, which stage of faith is the most mature?

Accepted Answer

According to James Fowler's stages of faith, the universalizing stage is the most mature. At this stage, individuals are motivated by a vision of universal justice and love, and seek to bring about social and political transformation in the world. They have a strong sense of inner conviction and a deep understanding of interconnectedness and unity. This stage is not commonly reached by individuals, and is often associated with spiritual leaders or enlightened individuals.

Question 19

Sunny watched a video of her professor giving a lecture about genes and environment the night before class. When she got to class the next day, her professor facilitated a discussion about the role of nature and nurture with respect to development. Sunny was experiencing _____.

Accepted Answer

Sunny's experience of watching a video lecture before class and then engaging in a facilitated discussion in class suggests that she is participating in a flipped class. In a flipped class, students typically watch video lectures or complete online activities before coming to class, where the focus is on discussion, collaboration, and application of knowledge. This approach is intended to help students deepen their understanding of the material, engage more actively with their peers, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A MOOC (massive open online course) is an online course that is open to anyone who wants to enroll and typically has a large-scale enrollment; this does not describe Sunny's experience. A nontraditional student is typically someone who is returning to school after a hiatus, has taken time off from school during their academic career, or is pursuing their education in a way that differs from traditional, full-time enrollment; this term does not describe Sunny's experience. Massification refers to the expansion or democratization of higher education to ensure that more people have access to it and does not apply to Sunny's experience.

Question 20

If Sean is like a typical U.S. college student in 2017, he would indicate that he is in college primarily for all the following reasons EXCEPT to _____.

Accepted Answer

Most U.S. college students in 2017 primarily attended college to improve their job prospects and financial situation, rather than for gaining a general education.

Quiz 18: Emerging Adulthood: Cognitive Development