Which of the following statements is/are consistent with the conflict theoretical perspective on sexuality?
a. Sexuality is stratified by degree of power.
b. Sexuality is embedded in larger social structures in which some groups wield more power over others.
c. When men and women share sexual power more equally, sexual terrorism is reduced and joy of sexual intimacy is enhanced.
d. all of the above
Question 2Gordon Streib concludes that older people
a. are not a minority as, say, African Americans are.
b. are more disadvantaged than other minorities.
c. are an advantaged segment of the population.
d. have the highest risk of any age category of becoming poor.
Question 3In today's high-income nations, children are
a. an economic asset.
b. an economic liability.
c. able to earn more than what parents spend to raise them.
d. leaving home to go to work earlier in life than ever before.
Question 4According to the text's discussion of sexuality in later life:
a. the vast majority of older couples remain sexually active.
b. the elderly are perceived as sexless.
c. women experience more comfort and less anxiety about sex as they age.
d. all of the above
Question 5According to the text's discussion of the sexual double standard:
a. males are less likely to be criticized or to feel guilty about their sexual activities
compared to females.
b. women and men both believe that her orgasm is a sign of his success as a lover.
c. a woman's sexuality continues to be judged by her roles as child bearer and mother.
d. all of the above
Question 6Typically, people in low-income countries do more physical labor, but they consume fewer calories than people in rich nations.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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