Question 1 of 25

4.0 Points

Sales taxes are imposed on consumer purchases by

A.states and cities

B.city governments over 20,000 population

C.the federal government

D.county governments

Question 2 of 25

4.0 Points

To be eligible for disability benefits, a qualified worker will have to wait

A.until the paperwork is completed

B.3 months

C.6 months

D.1 year

Question 3 of 25

4.0 Points

One alternative to public education where the state is essentially out-sourcing education is known as

A.a charter school

B.home schooling

C.a parochial school

D.a military school

Question 4 of 25

4.0 Points

Short-term goals are generally accomplished

A.in less than three months

B.in more than three months and less than six months

C.in more than six months and less than one year

D.in more than one year

Question 5 of 25

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Proactive plans are alternative plans created simultaneously with the original plan in anticipation of problems.

A. True

B. False

Question 6 of 25

4.0 Points

Despite recent global disasters, what percentage of Americans have actually made plans in the event of a crisis?

A.1%

B.9%

C.16%

D.28%

Question 7 of 25

4.0 Points

The Family Systems Theory refers to shared meanings as

A.family rules

B.family needs

C.communication standards

D.the decision-making process

Question 8 of 25

4.0 Points

Bill and Suzanne are having a conflict that has become a contest between them. Fitzpatrick would view this interaction as

A.submissive symmetry

B.complementary interaction

C.competitive symmetry

D.neutralized symmetry

Question 9 of 25

4.0 Points

The computer use depletes certain kinds of family resources. An example would be

A.time

B.natural resources

C.money

D.energy

Question 10 of 25

4.0 Points

One of the most important components in becoming a good leader is attitude.

A. True

B. False

Question 11 of 25

4.0 Points

A contemporary leadership style that is often found in top-down organizations where there is a hierarchy of structured leadership is

A.multifactor leadership

B.transformational leadership

C.transactional leadership

D.laissez-faire leadership

Question 12 of 25

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When people in a group assume that the other group members have more extreme views, causing them to adjust their views in favor of a more radical view than their own it is known as

A.risky shift

B.cautious shift

C.group shift

D.groupthink

Question 13 of 25

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Margaret recently found out that she is pregnant. Although she wasn ~t planning to have a child, her adjustment to this new transition will be easier if

A.she gets married

B.she has access to medical care

C.she is optimistic

D.she already has children

Question 14 of 25

4.0 Points

A method of transferring property without tax implications is known as

A.joint ownership with rights of survivorship

B.a durable power of attorney

C.estate planning

D.the probate process

Question 15 of 25

4.0 Points

A whole life insurance plan provides both death benefits and the opportunity to accumulate savings.

A. True

B. False

Question 16 of 25

4.0 Points

Components of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) include all the following EXCEPT:

A.maintaining the health and safety of workers

B.allocating a certain portion of profits to charity

C.production of a quality product

D.protecting the resources of our planet

Question 17 of 25

4.0 Points

The recycling programs are most successful

A.among middle age or older consumers

B.among urban dwellers

C.when they are convenient and offer incentives

D.with those who live in smaller apartments or houses

Question 18 of 25

4.0 Points

Stressors on the job that can lead to mental and physical health concerns is known as

A.spillover

B.job burnout

C.work centrality

D.work orientation

Question 19 of 25

4.0 Points

Adults who have not learned to express their emotions may choose to manage their emotions by

A.throwing a tantrum

B.engaging in risky behavior

C.committing themselves to a mental health institution

D.marrying someone who has no emotions

Question 20 of 25

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Research shows that job satisfaction may be more related to job status than the salary.

A. True

B. False

Question 21 of 25

4.0 Points

The biggest risk for the elderly when considering technology is

A.the colors available

B.overdependence

C.availability of the products

D.the unpredictability of the weather

Question 22 of 25

4.0 Points

One marriage issue that the nation and states continue to struggle with is

A.same sex marriage

B.cohabitation

C.the increase in the age of marriage

D.single parent families

Question 23 of 25

4.0 Points

The best predictor of emotional and social well-being for children following their parent ~s divorce is the

A.custody arrangement

B.socioeconomic status of the family

C.amount of stress involved in the divorce

D.quality of parenting

Question 24 of 25

4.0 Points

The age of retirement is rising and is predicted to continue to rise for reasons that include all EXCEPT:

A.changes in Social Security that force people to work longer

B.technological advances that improve working conditions

C.they still have children to support

D.better health of older Americans

Question 25 of 25

4.0 Points

In the future, most elderly will choose to live in nursing homes rather than their own home.

A. True

B. False