An ABCX model answer to the question as to why physically abused wives stay with their husbands ...

An ABCX model answer to the question as to why physically abused wives stay with their husbands would suggest that
 
  A) the less severe but frequent the violence, the more a woman will remain with her spouse and not seek outside aid.
  B) the more a wife was struck by her parents, the less inclined she is to stay with her abusive husband.
  C) wives who stay do so because of the inability to make a choice among the many alternatives available to them.
  D) women employ cognitive strategies that help them perceive their relationship in a positive light.

Ques. 2

Briefly describe the trends in teen births between 1991 and 2008, noting racial and ethnic differences.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Ques. 3

Lifespan psychologist Mary Levitt developed the ________ , which illustrates how spouses' expectations of marital relationships are based on past relationship interactions with the spouse.
 
  This model also takes into account the influence of societal norms (such as women being caregivers and men being providers) on spousal expectations.
   A) Relational Expectations Model
   B) Marriage Interaction Model
   C) Social Marriage Model
   D) Social Expectations Model

Ques. 4

Females emphasize more strongly mutual understanding, security, and mutual exploration of interests than do males.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false