The social assignment of people to one sex or the other based on social, cultural and environmental elements is called ________.
A. sex
B. gender
C. gender identity
D. gender role
E. intersexuality
Answer: B
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Carlos has been debating whether or not to undergo penile piercing. He is worried about the potential risks of the procedure. What is a potential risk about which Carlos should be concerned?
a. Nothing; the procedure has no risks involved. b. There is a direct risk of an allergic reaction. c. There is a direct risk of infertility. d. There is a direct risk of impotence.
How did the industrial revolution contribute to "love" becoming an important entity of marriage?
a. The industrial revolution gave people the opportunity to self-actualize, thus allowing couples to focus on "love." b. The industrial revolution led to the isolation of families such that marriage no longer became a means to "unite" families, thus paving the way for "love" in marriage. c. The industrial revolution decreased the importance of religion for many families; without strict guidelines for choosing a mate, "love" become more of a priority in relationships d. With the industrial revolution, more work moved outside of the house, and spouses were less dependent on each other, allowing for love to take on more importance in choosing a partner.
The tenure systems at universities make it easier for faculty to study less popular research topics, such as ______, without having to worry about their job security.
A. how parents reward their children B. political affiliations among adults C. LGBTQ+ families D. educational resources for high school students
Which of the following should one keep in mind about anal intercourse?
A. Having anal intercourse prevents the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) between partners. B. Using a lubricant during anal intercourse will lessen the receiver's pleasure. C. Having anal intercourse is dangerous while a woman is menstruating. D. Objects entering the anus must never be directly inserted into the vagina unless it has been washed thoroughly.