Which of the Following Statements Is True of Physical Attractiveness

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of physical attractiveness?

• A) Research shows that physical attractiveness is not a major determinant of interpersonal attraction.
• B) Research shows that physical attractiveness is a major determinant of sexual attraction.
• C) Women appear to be more responsive to the physical appeal of the opposite gender than men.
• D) Women appear to be less attractive to men when they are in the fertile phase of their ovulatory cycle.

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Definitions:

Inequality

The state of not being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities; discrepancies in resources and power within a society.

Culturally Specific

Pertaining to or characteristic of a particular culture, indicating that certain practices, beliefs, or preferences are unique to that culture.

Biologically

Pertaining to the science of life or living organisms, often focusing on the genetic and physiological characteristics that define humans and other living beings.

Stereotype Interchangeability

The principle that negative stereotypes are often interchangeable from one racial group (or gender or social class) to another.