In the Context of the Physical-Attractiveness Stereotype,which of the Following

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Multiple Choice

In the context of the physical-attractiveness stereotype,which of the following is true of first impressions?

• A)Attractiveness better predicts happiness and social connections for those in rural rather than urban settings.
• B)The attractiveness effect is weakest when people's choices are superficially made.
• C)They suggest that physical appearance always outranks other human qualities.
• D)They have become more important than before as societies have become increasingly mobile and urbanized.

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Definitions:

Sexual Response Cycle

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Fraternal Birth-Order Effect

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Sexual Orientation

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