Explain How and Why the Following Factors Affect Interpersonal Attraction

question 505

Essay

Explain how and why the following factors affect interpersonal attraction:
(1)familiarity, including the effects of physical proximity;
(2)similarity and the concept of homogamy;
(3)physical attractiveness, including the halo effect; and
(4)reciprocity.

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