When It Comes to Romantic Attraction

question 18

Multiple Choice

When it comes to romantic attraction:

• A) shared interests are equally as important in predicting attraction as physical appearance is.
• B) physical appearance is the largest predictor of attraction for men and women.
• C) women are more influenced by physical appearance than men are.
• D) men are more influenced by physical appearance than women are.

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Definitions:

Childhood Sexual Instincts

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Neo-Freudian

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Freud

An Austrian neurologist named Sigmund Freud, who established psychoanalysis, treats psychopathology by engaging patients in conversation with a psychoanalyst.

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