12.6 Is support for sexual freedom related to age?

Is the relationship between the variables different for different nations? The World Values Survey has been administered to random samples drawn from Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Respondents were asked whether they agree or disagree that “individuals should have the chance to enjoy complete sexual freedom without being restricted.” Compute gamma for each table. Is there a relationship? Describe the strength and direction of the relationship. Which age group is most supportive of sexual freedom?

How does the relationship change from nation to nation?

a. Canada People Should Enjoy Sexual Freedom Age 18234 35254 551 Totals Agree 378 174 66 618 Neither agree nor disagree 626 710 586 1,922 Disagree 163 101 74 338 Totals 1,167 985 726 2,878

b. United States People Should Enjoy Sexual Freedom Age 18–34 35–54 55+ Totals Agree 583 288 147 1,018 Neither agree nor disagree 877 982 1,061 2,920 Disagree 113 72 53 238 Totals 1,573 1,342 1,261 4,176

c. Mexico People Should Enjoy Sexual Freedom Age 18–34 35–54 55+ Totals Agree 780 284 61 1,125 Neither agree nor disagree 1,300 847 275 2,422 Disagree 317 148 43 508 Totals 2,397 1,279 379 4,055 Source: World Values Survey Association, 2005 World Values Survey.