Question 1

___________ seek emotional-sexual relationships with members of both genders.
A)Asexual people
B)Bisexuals
C)Homosexuals
D)Heterosexuals

Accepted Answer

Bisexuals seek emotional and sexual relationships with members of both genders. Asexual people do not experience sexual attraction, while homosexuals are attracted only to members of their own gender and heterosexuals are attracted only to members of the opposite gender.

Question 2

_________ are the principal class of female sex hormones; __________ are the principal class of male sex hormones.
A)Estrogens;androgens
B)Androgens;estrogens
C)Pheromones;androgens
D)Androgens;pheromones

Accepted Answer

Estrogens are the principal class of female sex hormones, responsible for the development and maintenance of female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics. Androgens, on the other hand, are the principal class of male sex hormones, responsible for the development and maintenance of male reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics.

Question 3

Adolescents attain reproductive capability as hormonal changes lead to the full development of the
A)gonads.
B)primary sex characteristics.
C)secondary sex characteristics.
D)pubescent sex characteristics.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

_____________ seek emotional-sexual relationships with members of the same gender.
A)Asexual people
B)Bisexuals
C)Homosexuals
D)Heterosexuals

Accepted Answer

Homosexuals are individuals who seek emotional and sexual relationships with members of the same gender. Asexual people do not experience sexual attraction, bisexuals are attracted to both genders, and heterosexuals are attracted to members of the opposite gender.

Question 5

Research findings indicate that exposure to sexually explicit music videos that depict women as sex objects
A)encourages pro-rape attitudes in both men and women.
B)correlates with higher levels of sexual behaviors in teenagers.
C)increases the likelihood that a male will commit a sex crime.
D)does all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that exposure to sexually explicit music videos that depict women as sex objects can encourage pro-rape attitudes in both men and women, correlate with higher levels of sexual behavior among teenagers, and increase the likelihood that a male will commit a sex crime.

Question 6

Dr.Feinstein is setting up a laboratory to research the human sexual response.Her research problem is likely to be
A)participant liberal bias.
B)participant truthfulness.
C)getting a sample that has similar sexual experience as the general population.
D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Dr. Feinstein's research problem is likely to be influenced by participant liberal bias, participant truthfulness, and getting a sample that has similar sexual experience as the general population. Therefore, choice D, "all of the above," is the best answer.

Question 7

Jane seeks out and enjoys relationships with males.She is likely a(n)
A)asexual.
B)bisexual.
C)homosexual.
D)heterosexual.

Accepted Answer

Based on the given information, Jane enjoys relationships with males, which indicates that she is attracted to the opposite gender. Therefore, the best choice is heterosexual (D).

Question 8

Regarding peer influence,adolescents' sexual behavior is most influenced by
A)peer behavior.
B)their perceptions of their peers' behavior.
C)peer attitudes.
D)parents of peers.

Accepted Answer

Adolescents' sexual behavior is most influenced by their perceptions of their peers' behavior rather than the actual behavior itself or the attitudes of their peers. Adolescents often engage in sexual behavior that they perceive to be normative among their peers, even if it may not align with their personal values or beliefs. Parents of peers may also have some influence, but research has shown that peer behavior and perceived norms have a stronger impact on adolescents' sexual behavior.

Question 9

John's parents were very open about sex when he was a teenager.They went to great efforts to make sure John learned more about sex than "the street" or even school could teach him.It is likely that in his teenage years,
A)John will have fewer partners,but be more sexually active than average.
B)John will have more partners,and be more sexually active than average.
C)John will adopt the sexual attitudes of his parents.
D)John will rely on his peers and the media for real information about sex.

Accepted Answer

The answer of John's parents were very open about sex...

Question 10

_________ is comprised of the personal qualities,self-perceptions,attitudes,values,and preferences that guide an individual's sexual behavior.
A)Eroticism
B)Body image
C)Sexual identity
D)Sexual orientation

Accepted Answer

Sexual identity is the collection of personal characteristics that shape an individual's choices and behaviors regarding sexual activity, including their sense of gender and their attitudes towards sexuality. This includes things like their attitudes towards sex, their sexual preferences and fantasies, their gender identity or sexual orientation, and their overall sense of sexual self-awareness.

Question 11

During prenatal development,the differentiation of the genitals depends primarily on the level of _______ produced.
A)androgens
B)estrogens
C)testosterone
D)neurotransmitters

Accepted Answer

The answer of During prenatal development,the differentiation of the genitals...

Question 12

Eighteen-year-old Mary views religion as very important and attends church regularly.She is
A)less likely to have sex than her nonreligious peers.
B)more likely to have sex than religious peers who pledged abstinence.
C)likely to have more sexual experiences than her nonreligious peers.
D)unlikely to have religion affect her attitudes about sex.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that individuals who view religion as very important and regularly attend religious services are less likely to engage in sexual activity than their nonreligious peers. Studies have also found that religious individuals who make pledges of abstinence are more likely to delay sexual activity compared to religious individuals who do not make such pledges.

Question 13

The fact that sex research is typically done using volunteer subjects causes problems with
A)obtaining sufficient funds for sex research.
B)participant bias.
C)doing observational studies.
D)the reliability of self-report measures.

Accepted Answer

Participant bias is a concern in sex research involving volunteer subjects because those who choose to participate may have different attitudes, behaviors, or experiences related to sex compared to the general population, potentially skewing the results.

Question 14

Regarding the influence of school sex education programs on teen sexual behavior,
A)most parents support the programs.
B)sex education is mandated in less than half of the states in the United States.
C)research indicates comprehensive programs are most effective.
D)all of the above are true.

Accepted Answer

A) According to a nationally representative survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 90% of parents believe that sex education should be taught in middle school and high school.
B) According to data from the Guttmacher Institute, as of January 2021, only 24 states and the District of Columbia require sex education in middle school, and only 20 states and the District of Columbia require it in high school.
C) The American Psychological Association has found that comprehensive sex education programs - which provide information about contraception, STIs, and healthy relationships - are more effective in reducing risky sexual behavior compared to abstinence-only programs.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of sexual identity?
A)Sexual differentiation
B)Erotic preferences
C)Sexual values
D)Sexual orientation

Accepted Answer

Sexual differentiation refers to the biological differences between males and females, and is not a key feature of sexual identity, which is more focused on the psychological and social aspects of sexual orientation, preferences, and values. The other choices - erotic preferences, sexual values, and sexual orientation - all play important roles in shaping an individual's sexual identity.

Question 16

Children may come to believe that sex is "dirty" because
A)they receive reinforcement for such beliefs.
B)it is portrayed as such by television and other media.
C)parents may punish innocent,exploratory sex play.
D)this is consistent with the way peers convey information about sex.

Accepted Answer

Punishing innocent,exploratory sex play may send the message to children that sex is shameful and dirty. This can contribute to negative attitudes towards sex, and children may grow up feeling ashamed or uncomfortable about their own sexuality.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about the role of hormones in sexual behavior is NOT accurate?
A)Estrogen levels among women correlate with sexual interest.
B)Androgen seems to be related to sexual motivation in both men and women.
C)High levels of testosterone in male and female subjects are related to higher rates of sexual activity.
D)The effects of androgens on sexual behavior are stronger in men than in women.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements about the...

Question 18

Research on sexual behavior is
A)difficult to do because it is hard to get a sample of participants who represent the general population.
B)easy to do because people are always willing to talk about their sex lives.
C)well advanced because it is one of the oldest areas of research in psychology.
D)in its infancy because the variables are difficult to define.

Accepted Answer

Sexual behavior is a sensitive topic, and people may not feel comfortable talking about it honestly. This makes it challenging to get a representative sample, which is essential for valid research. As a result, research on sexual behavior is still a developing area.

Question 19

Juanita,11 years old,is developing breasts.She is experiencing the growth of
A)primary sex characteristics.
B)secondary sex characteristics.
C)gonadal trophisms.
D)none of the above.

Accepted Answer

The development of breasts is a secondary sex characteristic, which is a physical feature that develops during puberty in response to increasing levels of hormones produced by the gonads. Primary sex characteristics, on the other hand, are the organs that are directly involved in reproduction, such as the testes and ovaries. Gonadal trophisms refer to the stimulation of growth and development of the gonads, which is not specifically related to the development of breasts.

Question 20

Which of the following groups is most likely to emphasize "sex for fun" in casual relationships and reserve "sex with love" for committed relationships?
A)Men
B)Women
C)Lesbians
D)Bisexuals

Accepted Answer

Men are generally more likely than women to emphasize "sex for fun" in casual relationships and are more likely to distinguish between sex in casual versus committed relationships. This is supported by various sociological and psychological studies that explore gender differences in attitudes towards casual sex and emotional attachment.

Quiz 12: Development and Expression of Sexuality

___________ seek emotional-sexual relationships with members of both genders.

_ are the principal class of female sex hormones; __ are the principal class of male sex hormones.

Adolescents attain reproductive capability as hormonal changes lead to the full development of the

_____________ seek emotional-sexual relationships with members of the same gender.

Research findings indicate that exposure to sexually explicit music videos that depict women as sex objects

Dr.Feinstein is setting up a laboratory to research the human sexual response.Her research problem is likely to be

Jane seeks out and enjoys relationships with males.She is likely a(n)

Regarding peer influence,adolescents' sexual behavior is most influenced by

John's parents were very open about sex when he was a teenager.They went to great efforts to make sure John learned more about sex than "the street" or even school could teach him.It is likely that in his teenage years,

_________ is comprised of the personal qualities,self-perceptions,attitudes,values,and preferences that guide an individual's sexual behavior.

During prenatal development,the differentiation of the genitals depends primarily on the level of _______ produced.

Eighteen-year-old Mary views religion as very important and attends church regularly.She is

The fact that sex research is typically done using volunteer subjects causes problems with

Regarding the influence of school sex education programs on teen sexual behavior,

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of sexual identity?

Children may come to believe that sex is "dirty" because

Which of the following statements about the role of hormones in sexual behavior is NOT accurate?

Research on sexual behavior is

Juanita,11 years old,is developing breasts.She is experiencing the growth of

Which of the following groups is most likely to emphasize "sex for fun" in casual relationships and reserve "sex with love" for committed relationships?