Which one of the following statements about mate preferences is accurate?
A) Men emphasize social status more than women.
B) Women and men have fairly similar mate preferences.
C) Women focus on attractiveness more than men.
D) Men and women have extremely different mate preferences.

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Research suggests that men and women have fairly similar mate preferences, with both valuing kindness, intelligence, humor, and dependability in a potential partner. While there may be some differences in emphasis (e.g. men valuing physical attractiveness slightly more than women), overall the similarities outweigh the differences. While A, C, and D are all commonly held beliefs about mate preferences, they are not supported by empirical evidence.

Which One of the Following Statements About Mate Preferences Is