Question 1

Off-scheduling occurs when married couples:

Accepted Answer

Off-scheduling occurs when married couples start work at different times, leading to difficulties in coordinating their schedules and spending time together. This can create stress and strain on the relationship.

Question 2

Corporate downsizing is credited with creating:

Accepted Answer

Downsizing often results in reducing the workforce, which means fewer people are left to complete the same amount of work. This can lead to longer work weeks for employees who remain with the company.

Question 3

A person who participates in an important activity and derives satisfaction from work- and advancement-oriented values is probably investing his energies in:

Accepted Answer

The term "career" refers to a long-term, purposeful pursuit of professional success, often involving advanced education and training. Individuals who prioritize work-oriented values and derive satisfaction from advancement are likely invested in building a career.

Question 4

Chuck is trying to move into a managerial position. Chuck will be expected to have all following traits EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Vulnerability is not typically seen as a desirable trait for a manager. Managers are expected to be strong and confident, able to make decisions and lead teams, so vulnerability may be seen as a weakness. However, objectivity, self-reliance, and aggressiveness are generally considered important traits for managers to have.

Question 5

Corporate downsizing has been linked to:

Accepted Answer

Corporate downsizing often results in job losses and decreased job security for remaining employees, leading to anxiety and stress.

Question 6

Terry and Pat are a dual-earner family. Terry works second shift at the factory and Pat works first shift in a nursing home. As a result of their off-scheduling, they will probably lose:

Accepted Answer

Terry and Pat's off-scheduling will most likely result in a loss of togetherness time, as their work schedules may not align with each other and they may have limited time to spend together as a family.

Question 7

The most pressing problem for dual-worker families with children is:

Accepted Answer

The most pressing problem for dual-worker families with children is lack of time. With both parents working, there is often very little time for household chores, quality time with children, and relaxation. This can lead to stress, exhaustion, and parental guilt.

Question 8

The family strain that accompanies corporate downsizing can be triggered by all of the following factors EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Liberal "phase-in" policies, which would ease the transition for employees by offering support and resources, would not contribute to family strain. Changing job descriptions, benefit cutbacks, and increased workloads, on the other hand, can all cause stress and tension within families.

Question 9

All of the following characteristics are associated with careers EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Careers are typically characterized by long-time commitment, geographical mobility, and job continuity. However, informal training is not typically associated with careers, as they generally require formal education or training.

Question 10

Dual-earner families tend to produce children whose attitudes are more:

Accepted Answer

Dual-earner families tend to have a more egalitarian division of household responsibilities, which can lead to children developing more egalitarian attitudes towards gender roles and responsibilities.

Question 11

Women in dual-earner families can reduce the stress caused by their husbands' incompatible work and family roles by:

Accepted Answer

By trying to learn something about their husbands' work world, women can better understand the stress and demands placed on their husbands and potentially find ways to alleviate it or offer support. Simply asking their husbands to assume more economic responsibilities or forcing their husbands to incorporate family roles into their work roles may not be feasible or effective solutions. Totally immersing themselves in child rearing and household duties may also create additional stress and burden for the women.

Question 12

Relocation and residential change are typically initiated to:

Accepted Answer

Relocation and residential changes are often initiated to further men's careers, reflecting traditional gender roles and employment opportunities that prioritize men's job advancements.

Question 13

Insecurity may result from the threat of potential job loss and may be caused by employers sending jobs overseas, often called:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe employers sending jobs overseas is outsourcing. This creates a sense of insecurity among workers who fear potential job loss. The other choices (unemployment, automation, and cutbacks) may all contribute to job insecurity, but they do not specifically refer to employers sending jobs overseas.

Question 14

A person who views work as an interruption is interested in:

Accepted Answer

A person who views work as an interruption is primarily interested in earning short-term income rather than investing in their career or providing a service to others.

Question 15

Sonja's fanatical, single-minded focus on achievement is exemplified by the fact that she lives to work. Her behavior is consistent with the description of a person who is investing her energies in:

Accepted Answer

Sonja's focus on achievement and living to work suggests that she is investing her energies in a mission, which is a purpose or goal that drives her actions.

Question 16

John's philosophy is that you should work to live rather than live to work. His attitude is consistent with the description of a person who is investing his energies in:

Accepted Answer

A job is typically seen as a means to an end – earning money to enjoy life outside of work, which aligns with John's philosophy of working to live rather than living to work.

Question 17

Mandy and Joe grew up with two working parents. When they start their own families, it is likely that they will:

Accepted Answer

Since Mandy and Joe grew up with two working parents, they are more likely to have witnessed the benefits of having two incomes and may prefer dual-career families for their own families. Research has shown that children of working mothers often have positive outcomes in terms of academic achievement, gender equality, and higher earnings in the future. Therefore, it is likely that Mandy and Joe will prefer to have both parents working in their own families as well.

Question 18

Cox and Demmitt believe that couples need "togetherness" time to:

Accepted Answer

Cox and Demmitt suggest that spending time together helps improve the quality of a couple's relationship.

Question 19

Career-oriented spouses are frequently criticized for:

Accepted Answer

Career-oriented spouses are often criticized for placing their careers ahead of their families. This can lead to neglect of family responsibilities, less time spent with children, and strained relationships with partners. However, it is important to note that not all career-oriented spouses prioritize their careers to the detriment of their families, and there can be factors outside of their control (such as a lack of supportive work policies) that make it difficult to balance both.

Question 20

Most people have a basic attitude about work that can be placed along:

Accepted Answer

Placing attitudes about work on a continuum allows for a more fluid understanding of how these attitudes can change and evolve throughout a person's life, rather than rigidly categorizing them based on age or stage of development.

Quiz 13: The Dual-Worker Family: the Real American Revolution