FAML400 EXAM FINAL QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
What theoretical paradigm emphasized that truth is imposed by those with the power to
shape knowledge? - Answer-Conflict
Theories: - Answer-All of the above
Which component of theory demonstrates the relationship between concepts? -
Answer-Propositions
If family scientists state that divorce rates are negatively related to social class, they
mean that: - Answer-The higher the social class, the lower the rate of divorce
Scientific paradigms (world views) are broader than theories and may help produce a
number of theories - Answer-True
If you use a theory to guide the development of your research project or to develop a
prevention program, you are using _______ reasoning - Answer-Deductive
The assumptions of a theory - Answer-Are statements considered to be true that
provide the foundation of the theory
There are several ways in which families differ from other social groups. Which is NOT
one discussed in what the What is Theory article you read? - Answer-Families have
more potential for conflict
In the article on The Systemic Family Development Model, they address two critiques of
Family Development Theory: The assumption of universality and the skew toward a
single generational focus. Which best exemplifies the assumption of universality? -
Answer-All families go through the same stages
The advantages of Family Development Theory include all the following EXCEPT: -
Answer-It is easy to apply to a variety of family structures
Family Developmental Theory can be used to explain - Answer-Families
In which of the following stages of development would parents need to deal with the
task of coping with energy depletion and lack of privacy as parents? - Answer-Preschool
age
Which of the following statements was stated as a critique of Social Exchange theory: -
Answer-It ignores altruistic behavior
ANSWERS
What theoretical paradigm emphasized that truth is imposed by those with the power to
shape knowledge? - Answer-Conflict
Theories: - Answer-All of the above
Which component of theory demonstrates the relationship between concepts? -
Answer-Propositions
If family scientists state that divorce rates are negatively related to social class, they
mean that: - Answer-The higher the social class, the lower the rate of divorce
Scientific paradigms (world views) are broader than theories and may help produce a
number of theories - Answer-True
If you use a theory to guide the development of your research project or to develop a
prevention program, you are using _______ reasoning - Answer-Deductive
The assumptions of a theory - Answer-Are statements considered to be true that
provide the foundation of the theory
There are several ways in which families differ from other social groups. Which is NOT
one discussed in what the What is Theory article you read? - Answer-Families have
more potential for conflict
In the article on The Systemic Family Development Model, they address two critiques of
Family Development Theory: The assumption of universality and the skew toward a
single generational focus. Which best exemplifies the assumption of universality? -
Answer-All families go through the same stages
The advantages of Family Development Theory include all the following EXCEPT: -
Answer-It is easy to apply to a variety of family structures
Family Developmental Theory can be used to explain - Answer-Families
In which of the following stages of development would parents need to deal with the
task of coping with energy depletion and lack of privacy as parents? - Answer-Preschool
age
Which of the following statements was stated as a critique of Social Exchange theory: -
Answer-It ignores altruistic behavior
