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According to evolutionary psychology, why do mate selection preferences exist today?
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?
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?
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
