Question 1

Approximately what percentage of American families today are remarried or re-coupled?

Accepted Answer

According to a study by the Pew Research Center, 50% of American families are now remarried or re-coupled.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of the relationship quality of first marriages compared with remarriages?

Accepted Answer

Research on marital satisfaction and quality shows that remarriages can be just as happy as first marriages, with few significant differences in quality. Factors such as communication, conflict resolution, and shared interests play crucial roles in the quality of both first marriages and remarriages.

Question 3

Relinquishing the autonomy and personal freedom of being a single person is an example of which facet of remarriage?

Accepted Answer

Relinquishing autonomy and personal freedom is a part of the psychic facet of remarriage, which refers to the psychological adjustments and changes individuals must make when entering a new marriage or long-term partnership. The other options listed (community, emotional, legal, and financial remarriage) do not directly relate to this aspect of remarriage.

Question 4

Remarried people are _____ likely to divorce than first marrieds.

Accepted Answer

Remarried people are more likely to divorce than first marrieds. This is due to various reasons, such as past relationship baggage, stepfamily complications, and higher expectations from a new partner. Studies have shown that the divorce rate for remarriages is higher compared to first marriages.

Question 5

What percentage of remarriages end in divorce after three years?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Second marriage disruption is more likely for:

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that women who remarry before the age of 25 are more likely to experience disruption in their second marriage than those who are older at the time of remarriage. Men's age at remarriage does not have a significant impact on the likelihood of disruption.

Question 7

Ways to prepare for remarriage include:

Accepted Answer

All of these options are important when preparing for remarriage. Developing a relationship with each other's children, discussing significant issues and potential problems such as finances, and getting pre-marriage counseling can all help to create a strong foundation for the new marriage. It is important to address potential challenges upfront and work together to create a successful blended family.

Question 8

Major challenges in remarriages include:

Accepted Answer

Remarriages often involve complex relationships due to the presence of multiple sets of children and ex-spouses. Additionally, family boundaries can be ambiguous due to differing rules and expectations from previous relationships. Financial issues can also be a major challenge, especially if there are obligations to children from previous marriages. Therefore, all of these are major challenges in remarriages.

Question 9

Spouses in long-established stepfamilies view their second marriage - in comparison to their first - as:

Accepted Answer

According to research, spouses in long-established stepfamilies view their second marriage as more open and more willing to confront conflict in comparison to their first marriage. However, there is no evidence to suggest that they view their second marriage as more romantic. Therefore, options A and B are true but option C is false. The best choice, therefore, is E (A and B).

Question 10

Those who are remarrying - in contrast to those entering a first marriage:

Accepted Answer

All three options are true. Remarrying individuals are often older and in a different life-cycle stage than those entering a first marriage, and may have gained emotional maturity through their prior experiences.

Question 11

Statistics show that ____ are more likely to remarry more quickly after a divorce.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

A set of rules concerning who is included in the family and how each participates in the family refers to:

Accepted Answer

Family boundaries refer to the set of rules and expectations that define who is included in the family and how each member participates in the family. Family system refers to the structure and interactions within the family. Symbolic interaction refers to the ways in which people communicate and create meaning through symbols. Family cultural norms refer to the shared beliefs, values, and practices within a family that are passed down through generations.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true regarding courtship and mate selection in remarriage?

Accepted Answer

Courtship in remarriage often progresses at a faster pace, not slower, because individuals are usually more aware of what they are looking for in a relationship based on their previous experiences.

Question 14

Research by David Olson found that happy remarried couples in contrast to unhappy married couples were more likely to:

Accepted Answer

The research found that happy remarried couples were more likely to have resolved issues and hurts from past relationships, agree on how to spend money, and agree that a partner's moodiness is not a problem. Additionally, while the frequency of sexual intercourse was not specifically mentioned as a factor in happy remarried couples, it may still be a contributing factor to overall relationship satisfaction. Therefore, the best choice is E, as all options are supported by the research.

Question 15

For couples with children from previous marriages,which is the most difficult part of remarriage?

Accepted Answer

Parental remarriage can be the most difficult part for couples with children from previous marriages as they have to navigate the dynamic of step-parenting and blending families. It can take time for children to adjust and accept the new family structure, leading to potential conflicts and emotional stress. Economic remarriage and legal remarriage can also involve challenges, but these are more logistical in nature and can be managed more easily with open communication and planning. Emotional remarriage and community remarriage are not as relevant to the specific challenges faced by blended families.

Question 16

Who has the lowest remarriage rate?

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, black women have the lowest remarriage rate of any demographic group in the United States, with only 29% of divorced or widowed black women getting remarried, compared to 54% of divorced or widowed white women.

Question 17

Women who ______ are more likely to divorce after remarriage.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women who have children from previous marriages are more likely to divorce after remarriage. This could be due to the added stress of blending families and dealing with stepchildren. Age, income, and education level have not been found to have a significant impact on divorce rates after remarriage.

Question 18

Which of the following is characteristic of successful remarriages?

Accepted Answer

Successful remarriages involve partners giving themselves time to get to know each other well and learning from past mistakes. Loneliness or trying to prove one's desirability to a former spouse are not healthy reasons to remarry and do not necessarily lead to successful relationships.

Question 19

Janet is deciding how to relate to her ex-husband,Bill,in such a way that their children can maintain a good relationship with him and her.At the same time,she recognizes that she needs to maintain an appropriate emotional distance from Bill so as to avoid causing problems with her new husband,Charles.She is dealing with:

Accepted Answer

Janet is dealing with the important issue of maintaining appropriate emotional boundaries with her ex-husband, given the existence of her new husband. By recognizing the need for boundaries, she can better navigate the complex relationships involved and ensure that her children maintain positive relationships with both their father and stepfather.

Question 20

What percentage of women remarries within three years?

Accepted Answer

According to research, approximately 39% of women remarry within three years after a divorce.

Quiz 17: Coming Together: Remarriage and Stepparenting