Question 1

Young women experience sexual desire on average _________ times per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  9 
C)  37 
D)  78 
A)  5 
B)  9 
C)  37 
D)  78 B

Question 2

Explain gain-loss theory.

Accepted Answer

This is the theory of attraction that posits that liking is highest for others when they increase their positivity toward you over time. A compliment from someone you just met may have a more positive effect on you than a compliment from someone you know well and like because it is unexpected or novel.

Question 3

Why does physical attractiveness have such an influence on how we think about people? Discuss some of the research on this influence.

Accepted Answer

Physical attractiveness has a significant influence on how we think about people due to a variety of psychological and social factors. Research has shown that people tend to associate physical attractiveness with positive traits such as intelligence, kindness, and competence. This is known as the "halo effect," where attractive individuals are perceived more favorably in all aspects of their personality and behavior.

One reason for this influence is evolutionary psychology, which suggests that physical attractiveness is linked to reproductive success. In other words, we are biologically predisposed to be drawn to attractive individuals as potential mates. This subconscious bias can influence our perceptions and judgments of others, even in non-romantic contexts.

Social psychology also plays a role in the influence of physical attractiveness. Studies have found that attractive individuals are often perceived as more likeable, trustworthy, and persuasive. This can lead to preferential treatment in social and professional settings, known as the "beauty bias."

Furthermore, research has shown that physical attractiveness can impact various life outcomes, such as employment opportunities, salary levels, and even legal judgments. This suggests that the influence of physical attractiveness extends beyond mere perceptions and can have tangible effects on individuals' lives.

In conclusion, physical attractiveness has a powerful influence on how we think about people due to a combination of evolutionary, psychological, and social factors. Understanding this influence is important for promoting fairness and equality in various domains of life.

Question 4

Women are most attracted to men with a waist-to-hip ratio of:

Accepted Answer

A)  0.7. 
B)  1.0. 
C)  0.9. 
D)  0.8. 
A)  0.7. 
B)  1.0. 
C)  0.9. 
D)  0.8.

Question 5

_______________ is more important for friendships and romantic relationships than ________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Age; income 
B)  Income; age 
C)  Perceived similarity; actual similarity 
D)  Actual similarity; perceived similarity 
A)  Age; income 
B)  Income; age 
C)  Perceived similarity; actual similarity 
D)  Actual similarity; perceived similarity

Question 6

Research on human infants suggests that the need to belong is:

Accepted Answer

A)  specific to certain cultures. 
B)  not very important until later in life. 
C)  innate. 
D)  learned. 
A)  specific to certain cultures. 
B)  not very important until later in life. 
C)  innate. 
D)  learned.

Question 7

_________________ is a theory of attraction that posits that liking is highest for others when they increase their positivity toward you over time.

Accepted Answer

A)  Belongingness theory 
B)  Gain-loss theory 
C)  Terror management theory 
D)  Attachment theory 
A)  Belongingness theory 
B)  Gain-loss theory 
C)  Terror management theory 
D)  Attachment theory

Question 8

Which of the following is a benefit associated with men's short-term mating?

Accepted Answer

A)  risk of STD 
B)  some resource investment 
C)  potential to reproduce 
D)  parental investment 
A)  risk of STD 
B)  some resource investment 
C)  potential to reproduce 
D)  parental investment

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a cost associated with men's long-term mating?

Accepted Answer

A)  restricted sexual opportunity 
B)  heavy parental investment 
C)  heavy relationship investment 
D)  increased reproductive certainty 
A)  restricted sexual opportunity 
B)  heavy parental investment 
C)  heavy relationship investment 
D)  increased reproductive certainty

Question 10

Floyd thinks that because Jennifer is attractive she is also probably very kind. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  mate selection. 
B)  mate guarding. 
C)  the halo effect. 
D)  transference. 
A)  mate selection. 
B)  mate guarding. 
C)  the halo effect. 
D)  transference.

Question 11

Research suggests that people may partner with a dissimilar other if they are looking for a:

Accepted Answer

A)  short-term, low-commitment relationship. 
B)  long-term, high-commitment relationship. 
C)  person to have children with. 
D)  long-term relationship that will not result in children. 
A)  short-term, low-commitment relationship. 
B)  long-term, high-commitment relationship. 
C)  person to have children with. 
D)  long-term relationship that will not result in children.

Question 12

Adults who form stable close relationships are:

Accepted Answer

A)  more likely to reproduce. 
B)  less likely to reproduce. 
C)  more likely to not have a high belongingness motivation. 
D)  less likely to make friends. 
A)  more likely to reproduce. 
B)  less likely to reproduce. 
C)  more likely to not have a high belongingness motivation. 
D)  less likely to make friends.

Question 13

______________________ is a dispositional tendency to have an especially strong fear of being rejected or evaluated negatively by others.

Accepted Answer

A)  Loneliness 
B)  The need to belong 
C)  Rejection sensitivity 
D)  Attachment style 
A)  Loneliness 
B)  The need to belong 
C)  Rejection sensitivity 
D)  Attachment style

Question 14

_____________________ is a tendency to map on, or transfer, feelings for a person who is known onto someone new who resembles that person in some way.

Accepted Answer

A)  Gain-loss theory 
B)  Loneliness 
C)  Transference 
D)  Attraction 
A)  Gain-loss theory 
B)  Loneliness 
C)  Transference 
D)  Attraction

Question 15

______________ is basically a classical conditioning model of liking.

Accepted Answer

A)  Loneliness theory 
B)  The need to belong 
C)  Reward model of liking 
D)  Gain-loss theory 
A)  Loneliness theory 
B)  The need to belong 
C)  Reward model of liking 
D)  Gain-loss theory

Question 16

When people feel like they are deprived of human social connections they are experiencing:

Accepted Answer

A)  loneliness. 
B)  attachment . 
C)  transference. 
D)  the propinquity effect. 
A)  loneliness. 
B)  attachment . 
C)  transference. 
D)  the propinquity effect.

Question 17

Studies find that people tend to like someone they just met if he or she reminds them of someone they already like. This research provides support for:

Accepted Answer

A)  gain-loss theory. 
B)  attachment. 
C)  trait need to belong. 
D)  transference. 
A)  gain-loss theory. 
B)  attachment. 
C)  trait need to belong. 
D)  transference.

Question 18

Research found that people were able to correctly guess the winner of congressional races about ________ of the time simply by viewing pictures of the candidates.

Accepted Answer

A)  25% 
B)  40% 
C)  90% 
D)  70% 
A)  25% 
B)  40% 
C)  90% 
D)  70%

Question 19

Describe the concept of transference. Explain the role transference plays in interpersonal attraction.

Accepted Answer

This is a tendency to map on,

Question 20

If the stimulus is initially disliked:

Accepted Answer

A)  the mere exposure effect does not occur. 
B)  the mere exposure effect is heightened. 
C)  people will eventually change their attitude after repeated exposure to the stimuli. 
D)  people will almost always have positive attitude about the stimuli after a second exposure. 
A)  the mere exposure effect does not occur. 
B)  the mere exposure effect is heightened. 
C)  people will eventually change their attitude after repeated exposure to the stimuli. 
D)  people will almost always have positive attitude about the stimuli after a second exposure.

Young women experience sexual desire on average _________ times per week.

Explain gain-loss theory.

Why does physical attractiveness have such an influence on how we think about people? Discuss some of the research on this influence.

Women are most attracted to men with a waist-to-hip ratio of:

_ is more important for friendships and romantic relationships than __.

Research on human infants suggests that the need to belong is:

_________________ is a theory of attraction that posits that liking is highest for others when they increase their positivity toward you over time.

Which of the following is a benefit associated with men's short-term mating?

Which of the following is NOT a cost associated with men's long-term mating?

Floyd thinks that because Jennifer is attractive she is also probably very kind. This is an example of:

Research suggests that people may partner with a dissimilar other if they are looking for a:

Adults who form stable close relationships are:

______________________ is a dispositional tendency to have an especially strong fear of being rejected or evaluated negatively by others.

_____________________ is a tendency to map on, or transfer, feelings for a person who is known onto someone new who resembles that person in some way.

______________ is basically a classical conditioning model of liking.

When people feel like they are deprived of human social connections they are experiencing:

Studies find that people tend to like someone they just met if he or she reminds them of someone they already like. This research provides support for:

Research found that people were able to correctly guess the winner of congressional races about ________ of the time simply by viewing pictures of the candidates.

Describe the concept of transference. Explain the role transference plays in interpersonal attraction.

If the stimulus is initially disliked:

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Young women experience sexual desire on average _________ times per week.

Explain gain-loss theory.

Why does physical attractiveness have such an influence on how we think about people? Discuss some of the research on this influence.

Women are most attracted to men with a waist-to-hip ratio of:

_______________ is more important for friendships and romantic relationships than ________________.

Research on human infants suggests that the need to belong is:

_________________ is a theory of attraction that posits that liking is highest for others when they increase their positivity toward you over time.

Which of the following is a benefit associated with men's short-term mating?

Which of the following is NOT a cost associated with men's long-term mating?

Floyd thinks that because Jennifer is attractive she is also probably very kind. This is an example of:

Research suggests that people may partner with a dissimilar other if they are looking for a:

Adults who form stable close relationships are:

______________________ is a dispositional tendency to have an especially strong fear of being rejected or evaluated negatively by others.

_____________________ is a tendency to map on, or transfer, feelings for a person who is known onto someone new who resembles that person in some way.

______________ is basically a classical conditioning model of liking.

When people feel like they are deprived of human social connections they are experiencing:

Studies find that people tend to like someone they just met if he or she reminds them of someone they already like. This research provides support for:

Research found that people were able to correctly guess the winner of congressional races about ________ of the time simply by viewing pictures of the candidates.

Describe the concept of transference. Explain the role transference plays in interpersonal attraction.

If the stimulus is initially disliked:

The Revealing Science of Social Psychology

Fundamentals of Social Behavior

The Core Elements of Social Cognition

Thinking About People and Events

The Nature, Origins, and Functions of the Self

The Key Self-Motives: Consistency, Esteem, Presentation, and Growth

Social Influence

Persuasion, Attitudes, and Behavior

Group Processes

Understanding Prejudice, Stereotyping, and Discrimination

Responding to and Reducing Prejudice

Interpersonal Aggression

Prosocial Behavior

Close Relationships

Filters

_ is more important for friendships and romantic relationships than __.