Research Based on Sexual Strategies Theory Shows That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Research based on sexual strategies theory shows that:

• A) men derive benefits only from pursuing many short-term relationships.
• B) women have nothing to gain from pursuing short-term relationships.
• C) men are willing to lower their standards to engage in short-term relationships.
• D) women are willing to pursue a short-term relationship as long as the male partner is dependable.

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Subculture

A cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture.

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