The high divorce rate in the United States has resulted in the decline of marriage.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 2The poverty index takes into account
A) marital status and number of children under age 18.
B) age and the cost of health care.
C) family size and the cost of food.
D) all of the above factors.
Ques. 3The theory of complementary needs has been
A) found to have little empirical support.
B) proven to exist in all societies.
C) shown to be most important where marriages are arranged.
D) developed by Eshleman, the author of the text.
Ques. 4During a debate about the changing nature of families, Jim states that family problems are more prevalent today. However, Ryan believes otherwise and argues that family issues have always existed.
Which of the following is an accurate statement that strengthens Ryan's argument?
A) Out of wedlock births, domestic violence, and desertion by a parent or spouse were experienced rarely in the past.
B) Parents spend more time with their children today than they did in the past.
C) Teenage pregnancy rates were lower in the 1950s than they are today.
D) Historical data about families in the past indicate that families were stronger then than they are now.
Ques. 5By birth order, __________ children have been found to have the lowest levels of self-esteem.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Ques. 6On the surface, postmodern childhood is similar in appearance to premodern childhood.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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