Which theory proposes that a "real" family does not exist, but rather, that people make up their ideas of what constitutes a family from the stories and objects around them?
a. postmodern theory
b. exchange theory
c. family systems theory
d. conflict theory
a. postmodern theory
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Research demonstrates the importance of ___________ bias, that is, bias in the way we understand the causes of behavior
a. attributional b. overt c. socializatioin d. implicit
The type of arthritis that most often poses problems for those 65 and older is
a. rheumatoid arthritis. b. gout. c. osteoarthritis. d. fibromyalgia.
Which of the following is NOT a basic assumption of symbolic interactionism?
a. People's interpretations of symbols are based on the meanings they learn from others. b. People base their interaction on their interpretations of symbols. c. People assume that a society tends to stabilize after any social upheaval. d. Symbolic Interactionism is more abstract than other perspectives. e. Groups exist because their members influence each other.
Stepfamilies have unique features compared to families in which both biological parents reside. Which is not one of these unique features?
A. The model for stepparenting is clear-cut. B. Stepfamilies come about because of a loss, through death or divorce. C. A biological parent lives elsewhere. D. No legal relationship exists between stepparents and stepchildren.