Network Analysis of Social Support Systems - Exam
  • 1. What does the term 'degree' refer to in network analysis?
A) Node's historical significance
B) Number of connections a node has
C) Geographical location of a node
D) Node's color
  • 2. What does the 'clustering coefficient' measure in network analysis?
A) Geographic dispersion
B) Number of connections
C) Extent to which nodes tend to cluster together
D) Average node size
  • 3. How is social support theorized to benefit individuals in a network?
A) Economic stability
B) Historical context
C) Emotional and practical assistance
D) Geographical guidance
  • 4. What is informational support in social support systems?
A) Provision of advice and guidance
B) Physical assistance
C) Providing financial help
D) Offering emotional comfort
  • 5. What is a benefit of having diverse sources of social support in a network?
A) Higher centralization
B) Decreased communication
C) Reduced network size
D) Increased resilience
  • 6. What does homophily refer to in the context of social networks?
A) Exclusive group formation
B) Random network formation
C) Opposition to social connections
D) Tendency for individuals to associate with others who are similar to them
  • 7. What is a social network tie?
A) Digital connection
B) Relationship between individuals in a network
C) Physical distance
D) Historical significance
  • 8. What is an example of a network analysis software tool?
A) Gephi
B) Google Chrome
C) Microsoft Word
D) Adobe Photoshop
  • 9. Which type of social support is aimed at increasing the feeling of belonging and companionship?
A) Physical support
B) Financial support
C) Emotional support
D) Informational support
  • 10. In network analysis, what does reciprocity refer to?
A) Mutual relationships or interactions between nodes
B) The number of connections
C) The size of a network
D) The centrality of a node
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