Which of the following is least likely to be correct? physical characteristics that people find attractive are very similar throughout the world we tend to grow fond of people with whom we come in frequent contact opposites attract
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- "Physical characteristics that people find attractive are very similar throughout the world": This statement suggests that there is a universal standard of beauty, which may have some truth to it but is also influenced by cultural and individual preferences. - Show more…
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Multiple Choice 1. What is the term for disharmonious mating relationships? a. disharmonious mating b. Similarity-attraction hypothesis c. Opposites attract d. Mere exposure 2. When something is challenging, it is considered _______ to them. a. Challenging b. Attractive c. Different d. Similar 3. The more you drink, the more you like it. What does this exemplify? a. Disharmonious mating b. Mere exposure c. Proximity effect d. Propinquity effect 4. The Westgate Housing study provided evidence that supported which of the following? a. Similarity-attraction hypothesis b. Mere exposure c. Opposites attract d. Assortative mating 5. Many fictional plotlines use a certain traumatic event, such as a crash or near-death experience, to bring together two characters. Such events cause the two characters to fall in love, even when the characters do not share similar qualities. What concept does this exemplify? a. Propinquity effect b. Assortative mating c. Mere exposure d. Misattribution of arousal 6. What are researchers interested in studying? a. Distance between two people b. Similarities between two people c. Environment surrounding two people d. Differences between two people
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chapter 16 describes the primary influences on attraction: promixity, similarity and physical attractiveness. do you think these factors have or could change based on the increasing numbers of people who seek romantic or sexual partners online?
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