Question 1

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in the United States meet online.
A)one in every 5
B)one in every 10
C)one in every 15
D)one in every 20

Accepted Answer

According to a survey conducted in 2019 by The Knot, a wedding planning website, 22% of couples in the United States met online. This means that nearly one in every 5 couples in the United States meet online.

Question 2

According to Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet , the two sides of love are
A)passion and intimacy.
B)fear and  friendship.
C)ecstasy and pain.
D)sex and caring.

Accepted Answer

Kahlil Gibran writes about the two sides of love as ecstasy and pain. He explores the joy and fulfillment that comes with love, as well as the potential for heartbreak and sorrow. He believes that love is a balance of these two aspects and that one cannot exist without the other.

Question 3

The "intimacy" component of love is most similar to the ____ theme of adult friendships.
A)sociability
B)shared or communal nature
C)passion ​
D)affective

Accepted Answer

The "affective" theme of adult friendships refers to the emotional bond and connection between individuals. This is similar to the "intimacy" component of love, which also involves a strong emotional connection and closeness between partners.

Question 4

Physical attractiveness is
A)unimportant in love relationships for both males and females.
B)unimportant in love relationships for females but important for males.
C)important in love relationships for females but unimportant for males.
D)important in love relationships for both males and females.

Accepted Answer

Physical attractiveness has been found to be important in love relationships for both males and females in various studies. While personality and other factors are also important, physical appearance plays a significant role in initial attraction and can continue to impact the relationship over time.

Question 5

Who is most likely to have a positive internal working model of herself and a negative model of others?
A)Bee, who has a secure romantic attachment
B)Carla, who has a dismissing romantic attachment
C)Gail, who has a preoccupied romantic attachment
D)Sela, who has a fearful romantic attachment

Accepted Answer

Individuals with a dismissing attachment style tend to have a positive view of themselves but a negative view of others. They often see themselves as independent and self-sufficient while viewing others as unreliable and untrustworthy. The other attachment styles (preoccupied, fearful, and secure) typically have more balanced perspectives of themselves and others.

Question 6

Research suggests that casual sex is
A)desired by both men and women and frequently regretted by both men and women.
B)desired by men only and frequently regretted by women.
C)desired by both men and women but only regretted by women.
D)desired by women and frequently regretted by men.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that both men and women desire casual sex and that both genders commonly report feelings of regret afterwards. While there may be some gender differences in the reasons for regret (e.g. women may regret casual sex more if it was with an unfamiliar partner), overall the pattern is that both men and women desire and sometimes regret casual sex.

Question 7

According to research by Buss and colleagues, a(n)____ man looking for a prospective mate would be most concerned about the woman's cooking competence and chastity status.
A)Chinese
B)Italian
C)Swedish
D)British

Accepted Answer

Research by Buss and colleagues found that Chinese men traditionally place a high value on a woman's cooking skills and chastity when considering a prospective mate, reflecting cultural values and norms.

Question 8

Arnold is a highly educated, intelligent young man with a less than pleasing disposition. As such, he is most likely to be viewed as an excellent potential mate
A)in every culture in the world.
B)nowhere in the world.
C)in some cultures but not in other cultures.
D)only in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Cultural norms and values vary widely, so Arnold's traits may be valued differently in different cultures. Some cultures may prioritize education and intelligence, while others may place more emphasis on personality and disposition.

Question 9

Kalminjn and Flap (2001)found that ____ tended to promote strong homogamy in relationships.
A)meeting other members of one's family
B)living in the same neighborhood
C)meeting in school
D)seeking a mate with different characteristics than yourself

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kalminjn and Flap (2001)found that ____ tended...

Question 10

A relationship in which one individual becomes violent or aggressive toward the other is classified as a(n)____ relationship.
A)abusive
B)consummate
C)reciprocal
D)homogenous

Accepted Answer

An abusive relationship involves one partner (or both) being violent, aggressive, or controlling toward the other, which leads to emotional or physical harm. The other options are not relevant to this context: a consummate relationship refers to a relation that has intimacy, passion, and commitment; a reciprocal relationship is characterized by a mutual exchange of behaviors or feelings; a homogenous relationship refers to a relation between individuals who share similar characteristics.

Question 11

In their cross-cultural study of mate selection, Buss and colleagues found that the characteristic of ____ showed the most variation as to whether it was important to mate selection.
A)intelligence
B)chastity
C)physical attractiveness
D)social status

Accepted Answer

Buss and colleagues found that chastity showed the most variation across cultures in terms of its importance to mate selection, indicating that cultural factors significantly influence what is considered important in choosing a mate.

Question 12

According to research cited in your text, approximately ____ percent of marriages in India are arranged.
A)5
B)75
C)80
D)95

Accepted Answer

According to the text, approximately 80% of marriages in India are arranged.

Question 13

When discussing his relationship with his wife Amber, Travis says, "I have this very strong sense of commitment and tranquility." Researchers have suggested that the neurophysiological basis of this feeling may be due to brain chemicals related to
A)cocaine.
B)morphine.
C)alcohol.
D)cannabis.

Accepted Answer

The feeling of commitment and tranquility is likely related to the release of natural brain chemicals such as endorphins and oxytocin, which are associated with pleasurable feelings and social bonding. Morphine is an opiate drug that mimics the effects of endorphins, so it is the most appropriate answer choice from those given. Cocaine, alcohol, and cannabis are not typically associated with feelings of commitment or tranquility (as opposed to effects such as euphoria or relaxation).

Question 14

Which statement best reflects the principle of assortative mating?
A)Opposites attract.
B)Love the one you're with.
C)Birds of a feather flock together. ​
D)You can't teach an old dog new tricks.

Accepted Answer

Assortative mating refers to the tendency of people to choose partners who are similar to themselves in some way. This principle can be captured by the saying "birds of a feather flock together," suggesting that people tend to gravitate towards others who share their interests, background, and values.

Question 15

Research on the biology of physical attraction suggests that neurochemicals related to ____ underlie the feeling of exhilaration that often is experienced when you fall in love.
A)barbiturates
B)hallucinogens
C)amphetamines
D)narcotics

Accepted Answer

The neurochemicals related to amphetamines, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, are believed to underlie the feeling of exhilaration and intense pleasure that often accompany falling in love. These chemicals are associated with reward and motivation pathways in the brain and can contribute to powerful feelings of attraction towards another person. Barbiturates, hallucinogens, and narcotics are not typically associated with the biology of physical attraction.

Question 16

Toni and Tim have just gotten married. Which component of love is most likely to be stronger 20 years from now than it is today?
A)Commitment
B)Passion
C)Intimacy ​
D)Infatuation

Accepted Answer

Commitment is the component of love that is most likely to strengthen over time as the couple navigates challenges and makes long-term plans together. Passion and infatuation may fade with time, while intimacy can fluctuate depending on the couple's communication and emotional bonding.

Question 17

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in the Australia meet online.
A)one in every 5
B)one in every 10
C)one in every 15
D)one in every 20

Accepted Answer

The answer of Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in...

Question 18

When deciding on a potential mate, Fletcher says, "I just need to find someone a lot like me." This statement fits very well with ____ theory.
A)sociocultural
B)assortative mating
C)crystallization
D)blended family

Accepted Answer

Assortative mating theory suggests that people tend to form romantic relationships with those who are similar to themselves in various ways, such as personality, values, and interests. Fletcher's statement about wanting to find someone who is a lot like him aligns with this theory, as he is looking for someone who is similar to himself in order to form a relationship.

Question 19

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in Spain and the United Kingdom meet online.
A)one in every 5
B)one in every 10
C)one in every 15
D)one in every 20

Accepted Answer

The answer of Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in...

Question 20

The assortative mating theory proposes that initial mate selection is based primarily on
A)similarity.
B)instincts.
C)random factors.
D)love.

Accepted Answer

The assortative mating theory proposes that individuals choose mates who are similar to them in certain characteristics such as intelligence, education, and physical attractiveness. This choice is believed to be based on the desire for genetic compatibility and similarity in values and lifestyles. Therefore, similarity is the primary factor in initial mate selection according to this theory.

Quiz 11: Being With Others: Forming Relationships in Young and Middle Adulthood

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in the United States meet online.

According to Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet , the two sides of love are

The "intimacy" component of love is most similar to the ____ theme of adult friendships.

Physical attractiveness is

Who is most likely to have a positive internal working model of herself and a negative model of others?

Research suggests that casual sex is

According to research by Buss and colleagues, a(n) ____ man looking for a prospective mate would be most concerned about the woman's cooking competence and chastity status.

Arnold is a highly educated, intelligent young man with a less than pleasing disposition. As such, he is most likely to be viewed as an excellent potential mate

Kalminjn and Flap (2001) found that ____ tended to promote strong homogamy in relationships.

A relationship in which one individual becomes violent or aggressive toward the other is classified as a(n) ____ relationship.

In their cross-cultural study of mate selection, Buss and colleagues found that the characteristic of ____ showed the most variation as to whether it was important to mate selection.

According to research cited in your text, approximately ____ percent of marriages in India are arranged.

When discussing his relationship with his wife Amber, Travis says, "I have this very strong sense of commitment and tranquility." Researchers have suggested that the neurophysiological basis of this feeling may be due to brain chemicals related to

Which statement best reflects the principle of assortative mating?

Research on the biology of physical attraction suggests that neurochemicals related to ____ underlie the feeling of exhilaration that often is experienced when you fall in love.

Toni and Tim have just gotten married. Which component of love is most likely to be stronger 20 years from now than it is today?

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in the Australia meet online.

When deciding on a potential mate, Fletcher says, "I just need to find someone a lot like me." This statement fits very well with ____ theory.

Surveys indicate that nearly ____ couples in Spain and the United Kingdom meet online.

The assortative mating theory proposes that initial mate selection is based primarily on