Which theory suggests that the basic pattern for our perfect mate is formed during childhood and is modified over the years by our experiences and environment?
a. classical and operant conditioning theory
b. lovemap theory
c. sociobiological theory
d. psychoanalytical theory
Ans: b. lovemap theory
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Because national survey organizations collect large-scale data, their data quality is often lower than if an individual researcher conducted their own survey.
American states are more likely to reform their sex laws as part of a complete overhaul of their criminal codes rather than make specific repeals of such laws. This is because
A. legalizing unconventional sexual practices can cause people to accuse the state of condoning those acts. B. legalizing unconventional sexual practices is morally neutral, and therefore, it leads to less public backlash. C. decriminalization forces the state to take sides on an issue. D. legalization involves simply revising legal definitions.
Gallup polls conducted during three decades have shown that
A. most Americans believe that abortions should be illegal under all circumstances. B. most Americans believe that abortions should be legal only under certain circumstances. C. most Americans favor legal abortions under any circumstances. D. most Americans favor restrictions on abortions for married women, but not for unmarried women.
Which of the following is true of marital rape?
A. It has been accepted how offensive and cruel marital rape can be for the victims since a long time. B. There are laws that prohibit spouses from forcing their partners to engage in sexual activity, which proves that there is no controversy about the existence of marital rape. C. Marital rape is rarely a part of who has power and choice, and who does not. D. When language or cultural difference is inserted into the marriage, it may actually compound the issue of power and control which is so much a part of marital rape. E. Marital rape is considered to be more of an offense than other forms of rape and treated more severely.