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