Question 1

Sexual activity typically peaks during early adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Both men and women show signs of declining fertility during early adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following best characterizes sexual assault?

Accepted Answer

A)  It can only be committed by strangers. 
B)  It is more commonly committed by strangers than by acquaintances. 
C)  It is less likely to be reported when committed by a stranger than by an acquaintance. 
D)  It is less likely to be reported when committed by an acquaintance than by a stranger. 
A)  It can only be committed by strangers. 
B)  It is more commonly committed by strangers than by acquaintances. 
C)  It is less likely to be reported when committed by a stranger than by an acquaintance. 
D)  It is less likely to be reported when committed by an acquaintance than by a stranger.

Question 4

For stalking to be defined in Canada, it must include being followed, receiving threatening or unwanted communications, and being spied on, in addition to some form of physical threat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When surveyed, which group of Canadians reported the highest perceived stress levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  those between 12 and 17 years of age 
B)  those between 18 and 34 years of age 
C)  those between 35 and 49 years of age 
D)  those between 50 and 64 years of age 
A)  those between 12 and 17 years of age 
B)  those between 18 and 34 years of age 
C)  those between 35 and 49 years of age 
D)  those between 50 and 64 years of age

Question 6

Which statement best describe emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

A)  It occurs worldwide and leads to more independent young people. 
B)  It is a luxury only afforded to some young people in developed countries. 
C)  It occurs less frequently today than it did 50 years ago. 
D)  It requires that individuals be economically independent. 
A)  It occurs worldwide and leads to more independent young people. 
B)  It is a luxury only afforded to some young people in developed countries. 
C)  It occurs less frequently today than it did 50 years ago. 
D)  It requires that individuals be economically independent.

Question 7

Which factor acts to protect the well-being of young people during emerging adulthood?

Accepted Answer

A)  a diet rich in iron 
B)  owning a pet 
C)  living in a small town or city 
D)  involvement in extracurricular activities 
A)  a diet rich in iron 
B)  owning a pet 
C)  living in a small town or city 
D)  involvement in extracurricular activities

Question 8

Stress affects the lives of Canadians; specifically, almost one-quarter stated their work was negatively affected by stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

For exercise to be effective, it must be performed in blocks of 60 minutes or longer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In addition to having more sexual partners in a lifetime, how do Canadians fare in terms of their sexual experiences?

Accepted Answer

A)  Canadians are more sexually adventurous and sexual encounters tend to be longer. 
B)  Canadians are most likely to have frequent, shorter sexual encounters. 
C)  Canadians are more likely to have oral sex than intercourse. 
D)  Canadians are generally predictable and routine where sex is concerned. 
A)  Canadians are more sexually adventurous and sexual encounters tend to be longer. 
B)  Canadians are most likely to have frequent, shorter sexual encounters. 
C)  Canadians are more likely to have oral sex than intercourse. 
D)  Canadians are generally predictable and routine where sex is concerned.

Question 11

Crystallized intelligence declines with age, whereas fluid intelligence increases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

How do depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens affect the body differently? Give examples of each.

Accepted Answer

Depressants slow the activity of the cen

Question 13

Which statement best characterizes the impact of diversity in college and university?

Accepted Answer

A)  It may require the assistance of formal teachings in order to have an impact. 
B)  It may challenge how people think about themselves and others. 
C)  It may be too confrontational to students and weaken their sense of identify and security. 
D)  It may limit students' understanding of the world. 
A)  It may require the assistance of formal teachings in order to have an impact. 
B)  It may challenge how people think about themselves and others. 
C)  It may be too confrontational to students and weaken their sense of identify and security. 
D)  It may limit students' understanding of the world.

Question 14

Visual acuity is at its peak during early adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Sexual harassment is defined primarily by inappropriate physical contact.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

When deciding to exercise, what is the most effective method to get started?

Accepted Answer

A)  building activity into your daily routine 
B)  setting aside two hours a day for your exercise routine 
C)  exercising vigorously an hour and a half per day, 7 days a week 
D)  consuming 1,000 calories per day to make the most effective use of the exercise regiment 
A)  building activity into your daily routine 
B)  setting aside two hours a day for your exercise routine 
C)  exercising vigorously an hour and a half per day, 7 days a week 
D)  consuming 1,000 calories per day to make the most effective use of the exercise regiment

Question 17

Identifying one's stressors is a good step toward managing one's stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What have million-dollar lottery winners illustrated about happiness?

Accepted Answer

A)  They require only extrinsic rewards to be happy. 
B)  They demonstrate that money can buy happiness. 
C)  They show that to be happy, both intrinsic and extrinsic rewards are needed. 
D)  They have been shown to be happier than other people for the rest of their lives. 
A)  They require only extrinsic rewards to be happy. 
B)  They demonstrate that money can buy happiness. 
C)  They show that to be happy, both intrinsic and extrinsic rewards are needed. 
D)  They have been shown to be happier than other people for the rest of their lives.

Question 19

Endometriosis affects 10% of women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Megan is 38 years old and her older sister, Wanda, is 42 years old. Both are interested in starting a family but wonder whether their age presents any risks. What is their physician most likely to say?

Accepted Answer

A)  Women should avoid pregnancy after age 35 because of the high risk of problems. 
B)  Women in their late 30s and early 40s rarely have fertility problems. 
C)  Women in their late 30s and early 40s may have a decline in the quality and quantity of their ova. 
D)  Women who participate in good health practices can remain as fertile as those in their 20s. 
A)  Women should avoid pregnancy after age 35 because of the high risk of problems. 
B)  Women in their late 30s and early 40s rarely have fertility problems. 
C)  Women in their late 30s and early 40s may have a decline in the quality and quantity of their ova. 
D)  Women who participate in good health practices can remain as fertile as those in their 20s.

Sexual activity typically peaks during early adulthood.

Both men and women show signs of declining fertility during early adulthood.

Which of the following best characterizes sexual assault?

For stalking to be defined in Canada, it must include being followed, receiving threatening or unwanted communications, and being spied on, in addition to some form of physical threat.

When surveyed, which group of Canadians reported the highest perceived stress levels?

Which statement best describe emerging adulthood?

Which factor acts to protect the well-being of young people during emerging adulthood?

Stress affects the lives of Canadians; specifically, almost one-quarter stated their work was negatively affected by stress.

For exercise to be effective, it must be performed in blocks of 60 minutes or longer.

In addition to having more sexual partners in a lifetime, how do Canadians fare in terms of their sexual experiences?

Crystallized intelligence declines with age, whereas fluid intelligence increases.

How do depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens affect the body differently? Give examples of each.

Which statement best characterizes the impact of diversity in college and university?

Visual acuity is at its peak during early adulthood.

Sexual harassment is defined primarily by inappropriate physical contact.

When deciding to exercise, what is the most effective method to get started?

Identifying one's stressors is a good step toward managing one's stress.

What have million-dollar lottery winners illustrated about happiness?

Endometriosis affects 10% of women.

Megan is 38 years old and her older sister, Wanda, is 42 years old. Both are interested in starting a family but wonder whether their age presents any risks. What is their physician most likely to say?

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Birth and the Newborn Baby: in the New World

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Infancy: Cognitive Development

Infancy: Social and Emotional Development

Early Childhood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Early Childhood: Social and Emotional Development

Middle Childhood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Middle Childhood: Social and Emotional Development

Adolescence: Physical and Cognitive Development

Adolescence: Social and Emotional Development

Early Adulthood: Social and Emotional Development

Middle Adulthood: Physical and Cognitive Development

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Exam 13: Early Adulthood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Sexual activity typically peaks during early adulthood.

Both men and women show signs of declining fertility during early adulthood.

Which of the following best characterizes sexual assault?

For stalking to be defined in Canada, it must include being followed, receiving threatening or unwanted communications, and being spied on, in addition to some form of physical threat.

When surveyed, which group of Canadians reported the highest perceived stress levels?

Which statement best describe emerging adulthood?

Which factor acts to protect the well-being of young people during emerging adulthood?

Stress affects the lives of Canadians; specifically, almost one-quarter stated their work was negatively affected by stress.

For exercise to be effective, it must be performed in blocks of 60 minutes or longer.

In addition to having more sexual partners in a lifetime, how do Canadians fare in terms of their sexual experiences?

Crystallized intelligence declines with age, whereas fluid intelligence increases.

How do depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens affect the body differently? Give examples of each.

Which statement best characterizes the impact of diversity in college and university?

Visual acuity is at its peak during early adulthood.

Sexual harassment is defined primarily by inappropriate physical contact.

When deciding to exercise, what is the most effective method to get started?

Identifying one's stressors is a good step toward managing one's stress.

What have million-dollar lottery winners illustrated about happiness?

Endometriosis affects 10% of women.

Megan is 38 years old and her older sister, Wanda, is 42 years old. Both are interested in starting a family but wonder whether their age presents any risks. What is their physician most likely to say?

History, Theories, and Methods

Heredity Prenatal Development

Birth and the Newborn Baby: in the New World

Infancy: Physical Development

Infancy: Cognitive Development

Infancy: Social and Emotional Development

Early Childhood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Early Childhood: Social and Emotional Development

Middle Childhood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Middle Childhood: Social and Emotional Development

Adolescence: Physical and Cognitive Development

Adolescence: Social and Emotional Development

Early Adulthood: Social and Emotional Development

Middle Adulthood: Physical and Cognitive Development

Middle Adulthood: Social and Emotional Development

Late Adulthood: Physical and Emotional Development

Late Adulthood: Social and Emotional Development

Lifes Final Chapter

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