Which Statement Is True About Mate Selection

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about mate selection?

• A) Romantic love is rarely an important factor in mate selection.
• B) Little support exists for the idea that "opposites attract."
• C) People rarely select partners who resemble themselves.
• D) Partners who are similar in personality are less likely to stay together.

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Definitions:

Average Total Cost

The total cost of production divided by the quantity produced, representing the average cost of producing each unit of output.

Competitive Market

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Economic Profit

The difference between the total revenue earned by a business and the total opportunity costs of all resources used in the production.

Competitive Firms

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