Question 1

After menopause, vaginal walls and the vagina both increase in size.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

There is significant research support for the idea of a "midlife crisis."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

McGuyver is trapped in a room with seemingly no way out. While contemplating his escape, he thinks about how part of the bed in the room could be used to make a helicopter. This practical thought is best classified as

Accepted Answer

A) problem-focused action. 
B) cognitive analysis. 
C) avoidant thinking. 
D) denial.

Question 4

Costa and McCrae argue that personality traits undergo significant changes between young and old adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Use the research presented in your text to explain how nontraditional-aged college students are different from traditional 18- to 22-year-old college students when it comes to learning.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Use the research presented in your text...

Question 6

Experts are always faster and use more rules than novices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which statement is true regarding the study of the Big Five conducted by Srivastava and colleagues (2003)?

Accepted Answer

A) It was an experimental study. 
B) It supported the notion that the Big Five are "set in plaster." 
C) It was associated with several ethical concerns. 
D) It was a cross-sectional study.

Question 8

Coping is defined as any

Accepted Answer

A) attempt to deal with stress. 
B) attempt to deal with stress that is repeated on at least two occasions. 
C) rational attempt to deal with stress. 
D) successful attempt to deal with stress.

Question 9

Dr. Zorba is giving 44-year-old Annette an intelligence test. Annette finds that she really likes answering the questions because they seem to be based on her life experiences. Dr. Zorba is most likely attempting to assess Annette's

Accepted Answer

A) practical intelligence. 
B) generativity. 
C) ego resilience. 
D) fluid intelligence.

Question 10

Earlier in his career, Monte was most interested in climbing the corporate ladder and making as much money as he could. Now, Monte is most interested in mentoring younger business professionals, helping them become better at what they do, and thus helping the company flourish. Which best describes the change in Monte?

Accepted Answer

A) A fun-seeking style 
B) Generativity 
C) A distant style 
D) Openness to experience

Question 11

Which group is most likely to perceive grandparenthood as a central role?

Accepted Answer

A) Asian Americans 
B) European Americans 
C) Latino Americans 
D) Native Americans

Question 12

Rheumatoid arthritis develops quickly but can be cured with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

According to research by Blanchard-Fields (2007), ____ of an middle-aged adult would  most likely to be dealt with via avoidance-denial.

Accepted Answer

A) death of a spouse 
B) buying groceries 
C) mowing the lawn 
D) writing a thank you note

Question 14

For Beth, menopause just ended. Which change should she expect?

Accepted Answer

A) Enlarged vaginal walls 
B) Enlarged external genitalia 
C) Reduced vaginal lubrication 
D) Reduced possibility of painful intercourse

Question 15

If Barney is accurately described as being very even-tempered and unemotional, he would likely score very low on a test of

Accepted Answer

A) openness to new experience. 
B) agreeableness. 
C) encapsulation. 
D) neuroticism.

Question 16

____ is the leading cause of broken bones in older women.

Accepted Answer

A) Osteoarthritis 
B) Rheumatoid arthritis 
C) Osteoporosis 
D) Car accidents

Question 17

The broad range of skills related to how individuals adapt to the environment is called _______________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The broad range of skills related to...

Question 18

Which of the following is a positive outcome associated with caring for an aging parent?

Accepted Answer

A) It decreases unsolicited advice. 
B) It increases independence for the aging parent. 
C) It decreases financial pressures. 
D) It provides a chance for adult children to give back to their parents.

Question 19

Jim wonders if his wife Ann (age 25)will have the same personality when she gets to be middle-aged. Use research provided in your text to describe which aspects of Ann's personality are most and least likely to change.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jim wonders if his wife Ann (age...

Exam 13: Making It in Midlife: the Biopsychosocial Challenges of Middle Adulthood

After menopause, vaginal walls and the vagina both increase in size.

There is significant research support for the idea of a "midlife crisis."

McGuyver is trapped in a room with seemingly no way out. While contemplating his escape, he thinks about how part of the bed in the room could be used to make a helicopter. This practical thought is best classified as

Costa and McCrae argue that personality traits undergo significant changes between young and old adulthood.

Use the research presented in your text to explain how nontraditional-aged college students are different from traditional 18- to 22-year-old college students when it comes to learning.

Experts are always faster and use more rules than novices.

Which statement is true regarding the study of the Big Five conducted by Srivastava and colleagues (2003) ?

Coping is defined as any

Dr. Zorba is giving 44-year-old Annette an intelligence test. Annette finds that she really likes answering the questions because they seem to be based on her life experiences. Dr. Zorba is most likely attempting to assess Annette's

Which group is most likely to perceive grandparenthood as a central role?

Rheumatoid arthritis develops quickly but can be cured with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

According to research by Blanchard-Fields (2007) , ____ of an middle-aged adult would most likely to be dealt with via avoidance-denial.

For Beth, menopause just ended. Which change should she expect?

If Barney is accurately described as being very even-tempered and unemotional, he would likely score very low on a test of

____ is the leading cause of broken bones in older women.

The broad range of skills related to how individuals adapt to the environment is called _______________ intelligence.

Which of the following is a positive outcome associated with caring for an aging parent?

Jim wonders if his wife Ann (age 25)will have the same personality when she gets to be middle-aged. Use research provided in your text to describe which aspects of Ann's personality are most and least likely to change.