chapter 6.5 quiz Flashcards
What is a “marriage squeeze”?
An imbalance in the number of available males and females
What does exogamy refer to?
Marrying outside one’s familial group
Which of the following best explains the Social Exchange Theory?
People strive to maximize rewards and minimize costs
Dating today is characterized by which of the following?
Casual nature
What is the prime age for dating and mate selection in the U.S.?
18-24
Exogamy refers to:
Marrying outside one’s familial group
What is the “marriage gradient”?
Women marry slightly older men, and men marry slightly more attractive women
Heterogamy refers to:
Dating individuals with different traits
What is an example of a “red flag” in a relationship?
Controlling behavior
Which concept supports long-term relationship stability?
Homogamy
What was a key factor in selecting a partner 60 years ago?
Parental opinion
In Stimulus-Value-Role theory, what is the first stage of a relationship?
Attraction based on physical traits
What is the goal in Social Exchange Theory?
Maximize rewards and minimize costs
What development in the 20th century changed dating practices?
Automobiles
People from dysfunctional homes are likely to seek partners who provide what?
Nurturing and emotional support
What is the modern focus when selecting a partner?
Soul mates
What does the term “propinquity” refer to?
Geographic closeness
What is the tendency of homogamy in relationships?
Pairing with similar people
What is the marriage gradient?
The tendency for women to marry older men and men to marry more attractive women
How many males aged 18-24 were there according to U.S. Statistical Abstracts?
15,675,000
What might be a filter people use when selecting a mate?
Physical appearance
Which country has a significant marriage squeeze due to a male-heavy population?
China
Attractiveness is considered what in mate selection?
Subjective
What is the first stage of the Stimulus-Value-Role Theory?
Initial attraction based on physical traits
How do homogamous couples develop over time?
They tend to become more alike
Which stage in Stimulus-Value-Role theory involves comparing values?
After initial attraction
What is one of the most important factors in long-term relationship success according to homogamy?
Shared values and backgrounds
What is an example of homogamy in mate selection?
Pairing with someone of a similar background
When does value comparison occur in a relationship according to Stimulus-Value-Role theory?
After initial attraction
Which of the following describes the social gradient in marriage?
Women marry older men, and men marry more attractive women
