In a cross-national comparison of cohabitation, Heuveline and Timberlake found
a. a single type of cohabiting relationship.
b. similar patterns of cohabitation in most countries. c. six types of cohabiting relationships.
d. that cohabitation was never a stage in the marriage process.
Question 2In a national survey, parents thought children should enter school when
a. they developed specific skills (e.g., able to use a pencil or scissors). b. they were sensitive to other children's feelings.
c. they were not disruptive.
d. they could follow directions.
Question 3In the last 20 years, the number of cohabiting couples has
a. decreased.
b. increased.
c. remained the same. d. not been counted.
Question 4Parents concerned about children having the combination of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills necessary for kindergarten are concerned about their children's
a. age.
b. fears.
c. happiness. d. readiness.
Question 5Raymond and Aeysha met for dinner at their favorite restaurant after work. After dating for four months, they were discussing childhood memories and family goals. Based on this information, what phase in the mate selection process are they in?
a. Phase I
b. Phase II
c. Phase III
d. Phase IV
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