Evolutionary Psychology & Mate Selection
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According to evolutionary psychology, why do mate selection preferences exist today?

  • Because they have no impact on reproductive success
  • Because they are learned behaviors
  • Because they are genetically determined
  • Because they were beneficial for reproductive success in the past (correct)

    • What do evolutionary psychologists believe about the human mind?

  • It has evolved in response to successful reproduction (correct)
  • It is solely influenced by genetics
  • It is not influenced by reproductive success
  • It has not evolved over time

    • What are some of the psychological mechanisms that human beings have evolved?

  • Language and communication abilities
  • Preferences and strategies related to mate selection (correct)
  • Physical strength and agility
  • Problem-solving skills

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