Asked by Pamela Hopkins on Jul 02, 2024

Heterosexual women are most attracted to tall men with slim waists and broad shoulders.Evolutionary psychology most clearly attributes this preference to the fact that these physical characteristics are associated with

A) the older-brother effect.
B) erotic plasticity.
C) reproductive success.
D) refractory periods.

Evolutionary Psychology

A theoretical approach in psychology that examines the role of evolutionary processes in shaping human behavior and cognitive processes.

Reproductive Success

A measure of an individual's genetic contribution to the next generation by producing offspring that survive to reproduce themselves.

Physical Characteristics

The observable attributes or features of an organism or object, such as height, weight, color, shape, and structure.

  • Investigate the influence of age, cultural background, and evolutionary processes on the criteria for choosing a partner and perceived attractiveness.
  • Assess the impact of evolutionary psychology in clarifying the nature of human mating preferences and strategies.