Why is it thought that those who identify themselves as "extremely liberal," or "extremely conservative," report higher frequencies of engaging in sexual activity?
a. Those who are extreme in their political views, in general, tend to be less truthful.
b. Those who are extreme in their political views are more likely to feel they have something to prove to others, thus they engage in more sex as a way to "show off" to their partners.
c. Those who are passionate about politics may be very passionate about many things.
d. They are more likely to have type-A personalities, which is generally characterized by more frequent sex.
ANS: C
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A. If genetic factors were the only determinants involved, then the rate of concordance would be 100 percent. B. If genetic factors were the only determinants involved, then the rate of concordance would be 50 percent. C. If the genetic factors were acting in isolation, then the rates of concordance should be higher for nonidentical twins than for identical twins. D. If the genetic factors were acting in isolation, then the rates of concordance should include adopted siblings as well as cotwins.
Which of the following refers to the Victorian compromise?
A. It refers to the inclusion of women legislators in the formulation stage of laws on morality. B. It refers to the charter issued by the Vatican on laws relating to sexual morality. C. It refers to the criminalization of visible conduct as opposed to criminal behavior. D. It refers to the treaty between the U.S. government and the church regarding sexual legislation.
Which of the following was an important event of the 19th century?
A. Religious institutions were restricted from opposing inter-caste marriages in the U.S. B. The legal constraints on homosexuality were lifted in the U.S. C. Gay marriages were made legal in the U.S. D. Mechanisms to control disease, including sexual "diseases" were established in the U.S. E. All forms of prostitution were legalized by the U.S government.
Which of the following is true of RU-486?
A. It can induce a very early abortion. B. It renders women completely infertile. C. It provides nourishment to the endometrium. D. It prevents natural miscarriages.