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In Buss et al.'s (1990) cross-cultural study, ________ were more similar in their mate preferences than were ________.


A) men and women from the same culture; men from different cultures
B) men and women from the same culture; men and women from different cultures
C) men from different cultures; men and women from the same culture
D) women from different cultures; women from the same culture

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Which of the following characterizes modern marriages?


A) a "second shift" for the wife
B) a "near-peer" or "senior partner-junior partner" relationship
C) the wife working outside the home
D) All of these answers are correct.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Janet, a 22-year-old secretary, and Ryan, her 30-year-old boss, have recently married. Discuss the type of marriage they could have (traditional, modern, egalitarian, dual earner). What factors will help determine which type they find themselves in? Which one do you think they are most likely to be in and why?

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The biggest difference across cultures in mate selection was due to a cluster of characteristics reflecting


A) gender differences.
B) traditional values.
C) both gender differences and traditional values.
D) intelligence.

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Overall, cross-cultural differences in mate preference are greater than differences between men and women within the same culture. What does this statement mean?

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The statement "Overall, cross-cultural d...

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Discuss whether marriage is linked to the psychological well-being of the partners involved.

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Suggest two or three factors accounting for the increased rate of divorce in the United States over the past 40 years.

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There are several factors that have cont...

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Discuss the various causes and consequences of divorce.

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What does social exchange theory predict about equality in marriage? What are some of the problems with this theory?

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How does egalitarian marriage differ from traditional and modern marriage? Why is it so rare?

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Egalitarian marriage differs from traditional and modern marriage in several key ways. In an egalitarian marriage, both partners share equal power, responsibility, and decision-making within the relationship. This means that household chores, childcare, and financial decisions are shared equally between both partners, rather than being divided along traditional gender roles. In contrast, traditional marriage often involves a more hierarchical structure, with one partner (usually the husband) holding more power and making most of the decisions. Modern marriage may still have some elements of traditional marriage, but often includes more flexibility and negotiation around gender roles and responsibilities. Egalitarian marriage is rare for several reasons. Firstly, it goes against centuries of ingrained societal and cultural norms that have dictated gender roles and power dynamics within relationships. These norms can be difficult to overcome, even for couples who consciously want to have an egalitarian marriage. Additionally, external pressures from family, friends, and society at large can make it challenging for couples to maintain an egalitarian dynamic. Finally, achieving true equality in a relationship requires a high level of communication, compromise, and mutual respect, which can be difficult to sustain in the face of everyday stressors and challenges. Overall, while egalitarian marriage offers many benefits in terms of equality and shared responsibility, it remains rare due to the deeply entrenched nature of traditional gender roles and the challenges of maintaining equality within a relationship.

Which of these factors is present in egalitarian marriages?


A) Both members have equal power and authority.
B) Both members share responsibilities equally.
C) Both members choose to spend a lot of time together.
D) All of these answers are correct.

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Discuss the possibility of second marriages being more successful than first marriages. What are the additional sources of stress in second marriages?

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Which of the following statements about happiness and marriage is true?


A) Men and women are both equally happy.
B) Women are happier than men.
C) Men are happier than women.
D) Women and men are both fairly unhappy.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Is egalitarian marriage possible? Why or why not?

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Why do women lose out financially in divorce?


A) A majority of state property laws assume property belongs to the spouse who earned it.
B) The economic value of the wife's unpaid labor is not considered in divorce proceedings.
C) Women's sense of guilt and failure may prevent them from asserting financial needs.
D) All of these answers are correct.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Studies of marital satisfaction show that a decline in happiness often occurs after


A) the first two months.
B) the second child is born.
C) the first child is born.
D) two years.

E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

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Research on divorce indicates that


A) the United States has the highest divorce rate of any industrialized country.
B) people whose parents have been divorced are unlikely to divorce.
C) divorce rates continue to rise steeply.
D) women who work outside the home are no more likely to divorce than are homemakers.

E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

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In the U.S., over 40-50 percent of first marriages end within ________ years.


A) 2
B) 5
C) 7
D) 15

E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

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In contrast to heterosexual couples, lesbian and gay couples


A) are in solo-income or solo-career relationships.
B) stress relationship dominance that is unlinked to social class.
C) tend to share more leisure activities.
D) lack faith in the institution of marriage.

E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

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Which of the following is a strain on remarriages that may lead to divorce?


A) stress from complex family structures and dynamics
B) conflicts over how to allocate money to various household members
C) people being less inclined to stay in unsatisfying relationships, having already divorced once
D) All of these answers are correct.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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