An Example of the Mating Gradient Is

question 40

Multiple Choice

An example of the mating gradient is

• A)a young man choosing to marry an older woman.
• B)a middle-aged widower not being able to find a partner because there are not enough women.
• C)an attractive, older career woman not being able to find a suitable partner.
• D)an attractive woman being able to choose a partner from any class or age group.

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Definitions:

James-Lange Theory

A theory proposing that emotions result from physical reactions to stimuli before they are experienced.

Body's Arousal

The state of being physiologically alert, awake, and attentive, often as a response to external stimuli or excitement.

Physiological Differences

Variations in the biological functions or structures among individuals or groups.

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline, involved in the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.