Family Living UNIT 4 EXAM
Which of the following statements is an effective way to validate someone?
"That sounds really hard. I'm sorry you had to deal with that."
_________ explains that an individual will change his/her behavior only if they want to change.
The stages of change
Which term is used to describe the process of compromising in order to reach an agreement?
Negotiation
The best way to help someone in the contemplation stage of change is to:
Point out the negative consequences of the behavior, so they see that the negative aspects do outweigh the positive aspects
Which of the following is the final step of the decision-making model?
Review your decision
Which is NOT one of the "four R's" of dealing with conflict?
Rewards
Which of the following statements correctly describes someone in the maintenance stage of change?
She now focuses on not reverting back to the old behavior.
Many experts suggest dividing money into which three categories:
Short-term savings, long-term savings, and small-item spending
Which is NOT a rule of validation?
Solve the other person's problem
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Sometimes the best deal is the item with a higher retail price.
When choosing a time and place for working out problems, you should pick:
Somewhere free of distractions at a time where you won't feel rushed
Volume, tone, and pitch are involved in which basic communication skill?
Speaking
________ is a guideline to help an individual make responsible choices.
The decision-making model
When evaluating interests to make career goals, you should think about which of the following?
A and B
A goal is:
A desire so strong to achieve something that you are willing to work for it
Money set aside for a large expenditure that may take several months or years before you can afford it is called what?
A long-term financial goal
Which of the following is NOT a respectful behavior?
Answering texts on your phone during a conversation with someone
Which of the following is an example of a long-term goal:
Become a medical doctor
Lily is crossing her arms and rolling her eyes while her brother speaks to her. Which basic element of communication is she using?
Body Language
A common mistake during validation is the use of which word:
But
Which of these skills could help you pick a career goal?
Computer skills
All of the following are steps of the decision-making model EXCEPT:
Describing a timeframe for making the decision
If you run out of money in one category of your budget, you should:
Do without until the end of the month
While her mom is talking, Laura nods her head, says "uh-huh," and maintains eye contact. Which characteristic of active listening is Laura showing?
Encouraging
If you don't have all the necessary skills for a job right now, you should not pursue that career.
False
Mealtime does not require much work and can easily be done by one person.
False
Once a budget is created, you should never adjust it.
False
The act of hearing is the same things as listening.
False
The final step of the decision-making model is to make your decision and take action.
False
There is nothing you can do to save both money and time when it comes to grocery shopping.
False
You should always buy every ingredient on your meal menu even if you already have the item at home.
False
Which is NOT a skill that will help with any job?
Fashion design skills
The goal of conflict resolution is:
Finding the best solution for both of you
The decision-making model is ideal to use:
For important decisions that affect both you and other people
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a budget?
Help earning more money than you currently make
Which is NOT a result of poor communication?
Increased feelings of unity
Which communication style will often make someone seem like a bully?
Aggressive communication
According to the decision-making model, when considering the pros/cons of each option, it is important to consider:
All of the above
Household responsibilities include which of the following:
All of the above
Validation helps meet which of the following needs?
All of the above
Which is a negative result of ignoring household responsibilities?
All of the above
Which of the following is one of the steps for creating a budget?
All of the above
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
All of the above
Which of the following steps can you take now to help you achieve your career goals?
All of the above
Helping someone feel validated is often more important to them than solving the problem.
True
It is okay to pause a conversation so you can calm down or think about resolutions.
True
One way to help you stay motivated in achieving your goal is to place reminder notes where you will see them.
True
The best way to help you stick to a budget is to track your spending.
True
You should pursue a career that will utilize your interests and skills.
True
A career goal should be made based on which of the following:
Your interests and skills