According to This Viewpoint, Men Emphasize Physical Attractiveness in Mate

question 161

Multiple Choice

According to this viewpoint, men emphasize physical attractiveness in mate selection while women emphasize the ability to acquire resources. Which theory does this describe?

• A) evolutionary theory
• B) cognitive dissonance theory
• C) sexual propensity theory
• D) attribution theory

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