Which of the Following Is an Element of Evolutionary Theories

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an element of evolutionary theories of mate selection?

• A) Both women and men are likely to select mates who are similar to themselves on key characteristics such as ethnicity, religion, and age.
• B) Men choose mates more slowly and carefully than women and will test a potential mate's reliability and trustworthiness before engaging in sexual intercourse.
• C) Men prefer mates who are younger and physically attractive, and women prefer mates who have financial resources.
• D) Women and men invest equally in childbearing and parenting.

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Definitions:

Cultural Groups

Communities defined by shared customs, values, traditions, language, and/or religion.

M'Naghten Rule

A legal doctrine that defines the insanity defense by assessing whether a defendant was capable of understanding the nature of their actions or distinguishing right from wrong at the time of the crime.

Insane

A term traditionally used to describe a person suffering from mental illness or demonstrating extreme irrational behavior, though it is considered outdated and insensitive in modern clinical contexts.

Psychological Disorder

A pattern of behavioral, cognitive, or emotional symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment in functioning.