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