The theory that individuals select partners who resemble their opposite sex pare

Question

The theory that individuals select partners who resemble their opposite sex parents is called

(1pts)

A. Parent image theory

B. Generational reproduction theory

C. Parental influence theory

D. Ideal mate theory

17)

Complementary needs theory suggests that

(1pts)

A. While we gain rewards through relationships, they also come with costs

B. Spouses who spend more time complementing each other have happier marriages

C. We select a mate whose needs are opposite but complementary to our own

D. Mate selection is a process of narrowing down the vast number of potential partners

18)

Which of the following is statistically more likely?

(1pts)

A. Homogamy

B. Heterogamy

C. Exogamy

19)

What is one important way most marriages in India differ from those in the S.?

(1pts)

A. The occur at later ages

B. They are initiated by women

C. They are arranged by parents or elders

D. They involve prenuptial agreements

20)

According to functionalism, domestic violence and spousal abuse are considered

(1pts)

A. Functional to the system

B. Necessary to the structure of marriage in society

C. Elements of social consensus

D. Dysfunctions

Explanation / Answer

Ans 1 : A) parent image theory

This was the theory given by Sigmund freud , which is also known as Oedipus or Electra complex . According to him the parents (mothers and fathers) are the first love objects for children. So when they grow up they look up for someone that shares similar characteristics with their mother/father.

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