Which of the Following Outcomes for the Family Do Sociologists

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following outcomes for the family do sociologists predict as the most likely?

• A) the complete disappearance of the family
• B) the maintenance of traditional family forms
• C) many diverse forms of the family
• D) the disappearance of two-parent families

---

Definitions:

Conditional Probability

This is the probability of an event occurring given that another event has already occurred.

Expected Value

A statistical concept that calculates the average outcome when the future includes scenarios that may or may not happen, often used in decision-making and risk assessment.

Outcome

The result or consequence of an action, process, or situation, typically measured against expected or intended objectives.

Expected Monetary Value

A statistical concept used to calculate the average outcome when the future includes scenarios that may or may not happen.