Question 1

The mere exposure effect, where liking or attraction for something can increase just from multiple exposures to it, demonstrates the importance of ____________ with regard to attraction.

Accepted Answer

The mere exposure effect highlights the importance of proximity in attraction, as repeated exposure to someone or something typically occurs when they are physically close or frequently encountered.

Question 2

Studies on the impact of similarity on interpersonal attraction have found that similarity

Accepted Answer

Similarity is a universal factor that predicts attraction across different ages and cultures, indicating that people tend to be attracted to others who are similar to themselves, regardless of cultural or age differences.

Question 3

Two common perspectives on attraction are that "birds of a feather flock together" and that "opposites attract." Scientific research on attraction has revealed that

Accepted Answer

Research generally supports the idea that similarity in attitudes, values, and interests significantly predicts attraction, aligning more with the "birds of a feather flock together" perspective.

Question 4

A psychologist is attempting to explain the source of various gender differences in mating behaviour. When explaining the fact that men tend to prefer younger women and women tend to prefer older men, he claims that this makes sense because older men have more earning potential, younger women are more economically dependent, and this age difference is consistent with most cultural expectations regarding relationships. This psychologist's views are most similar to those advanced by

Accepted Answer

The psychologist's views align with social structure theory, which suggests that societal structures and roles, including economic factors and cultural expectations, significantly influence behavior and preferences, including those related to mating and relationships.

Question 5

Social exchange theory offered an explanation for the possible factors that

Accepted Answer

The answer of Social exchange theory offered an explanation for...

Question 6

Social structure theory claims that gender differences in mating patterns are not due to evolution, but are instead the product of _____________.

Accepted Answer

Social structure theory posits that gender differences in mating patterns are primarily the result of cultural roles and societal expectations rather than biological or physiological factors. This perspective emphasizes the influence of socialization and cultural norms on behavior.

Question 7

All of the following are gender differences that have been found with regard to important characteristics for dating partners and spouses EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Research shows that while physical attractiveness is important for both men and women, it is not ranked higher than emotional maturity by both genders. Emotional maturity is often considered a key characteristic for long-term relationships.

Question 8

Imagine that you have just arrived at university and are living in a dorm. You meet someone who is physically attractive and you'd like to get to know this person better. After a long dinner conversation, you learn that this person shares many of your attitudes and beliefs, but is only visiting and happens to live on the other side of the province. Based on the factors that have been shown to predict interpersonal attraction, your similarity to this person would be likely to increase your feelings of attraction, and the fact that they live far way would be likely to __________ your feelings of attraction.

Accepted Answer

The similarity between two people tends to increase attraction, while geographical distance can decrease it due to the reduced likelihood of frequent interactions.

Question 9

Jeff and Mary have been dating for several weeks and are both considering making their relationship exclusive and not seeing other people. According to social exchange theory, their commitment to the relationship will be greater if

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jeff and Mary have been dating for...

Question 10

Which of the following gender differences in mate preference has been found?

Accepted Answer

Men have been found to rate good domestic skills as more important than women do, reflecting traditional gender roles in mate preferences.

Question 11

Research that paired homosexual men together for a date found that the men's liking for their partner and desire to date them again were most strongly influenced by

Accepted Answer

Research often shows that physical attractiveness is a strong initial factor influencing romantic interest and desire to date someone again, regardless of sexual orientation.

Question 12

There is the notion that people may want to be positively judged by the company they keep and this is a possible reason why ___________ has a positive impact on attraction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of There is the notion that people may...

Question 13

Research shows that proximity influences affiliation and attraction because proximity

Accepted Answer

Proximity increases the likelihood of frequent encounters, which can lead to more opportunities for interaction and, consequently, affiliation and attraction. This is because being physically close to someone allows for more chances to communicate, share experiences, and develop a relationship.

Question 14

Based on the research evidence, we would be most attracted to someone who is

Accepted Answer

Research in social psychology suggests that we are more likely to be attracted to someone who is both physically close (proximal in location) and similar to us in terms of beliefs, values, and interests. This is due to the principles of proximity and similarity, which are key factors in attraction.

Question 15

A couple has been together for several years and they are now deciding whether to end their relationship. Based on Thibaut and Kelley's social exchange theory, one of the primary factors that will affect their decision is

Accepted Answer

Thibaut and Kelley's social exchange theory posits that relationships are maintained based on the rewards and costs experienced by the individuals involved. If the perceived rewards outweigh the costs, individuals are more likely to stay in the relationship.

Question 16

One of the factors that has a positive impact on attraction is the fact that people often assume that other positive personality characteristics such as intelligence, morality, and sociability are associated with __________.

Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is known as the "halo effect," where the perception of one positive trait (in this case, physical beauty) leads people to assume the presence of other positive traits, such as intelligence, morality, and sociability.

Question 17

Jill has been seeing two men to whom she is very attracted. Bob is a co-worker and Jill usually has lunch with Bob two or three days a week. Steve is a traveling salesperson and he and Jill manage to get together once or twice a month. Jill is more likely to develop a more meaningful relationship with Bob according to the concept of __________.

Accepted Answer

The concept of physical proximity suggests that people are more likely to form relationships with those who are physically closer to them. Since Jill sees Bob more frequently due to working together, it increases the likelihood of developing a more meaningful relationship compared to Steve, whom she sees less often.

Question 18

Many people meet their spouse or current dating partner

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many people meet their spouse or current...

Question 19

One of the reasons that people are attracted to physically beautiful individuals is that

Accepted Answer

People may want to be positively judged by the company they keep, as being associated with attractive individuals can enhance one's own social status and perception by others.

Question 20

In general, people appear to prefer having a dating partner or spouse who is of _____________________.

Accepted Answer

Research in social psychology suggests that people generally prefer partners who are of similar attractiveness to themselves. This is known as the matching hypothesis, which posits that individuals are more likely to form and succeed in a committed relationship with someone who is equally socially desirable. This includes but is not limited to physical attractiveness.

Quiz 13: Behaviour in a Social Context