The Science of Attraction and Relationship Formation Quiz

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What is a potential drawback of using online dating services?

They are a rational method for finding a partner

They provide personalized matchmaking

People often misrepresent themselves (correct)

They are relatively anxiety-free

Why is it not very common to collect information ahead of time in the context of dating services?

The process involves a 5-minute video interview

Demographic details are not considered important

The information collected is not personalized

There is no methodology for collecting information (correct)

What is a step involved in the Great Expectations Video Service in LA?

Completing a questionnaire and attaching a photo (correct)

Attending a speed dating event

Paying a $1000 fee for registration

Matching with people based on interests

What factor affects interpersonal attraction in the context of dating services?

The demographic details provided by individuals Signup and view all the answers

What does the physical-attractiveness stereotype assume?

Attractive individuals possess desirable traits Signup and view all the answers

What impact can facial disfigurements and scars have on perceptions?

Negative perceptions of intelligence and trustworthiness Signup and view all the answers

Who exhibits bias towards attractive individuals?

Both adults and children Signup and view all the answers

In what areas does physical attractiveness significantly impact first impressions?

Employment and product preferences Signup and view all the answers

Why do first impressions matter, especially in mobile and urbanized societies?

Due to limited time for in-depth assessments Signup and view all the answers

What outcomes can attractiveness influence?

Job interview outcomes and product perceptions Signup and view all the answers

What tends to be associated with more prestigious jobs and higher incomes?

Attractiveness and taller stature Signup and view all the answers

Is the 'beautiful is good' stereotype entirely accurate?

It is partially accurate Signup and view all the answers

Is attractiveness subjective and consistent across cultures?

Yes, it is subjective and varies across cultures Signup and view all the answers

What does evolutionary psychology suggest about attractiveness?

Attractiveness is entirely influenced by evolutionary processes Signup and view all the answers

What are the additional costs that married couples may face from breakups?

Reduced income and effects on children Signup and view all the answers

What are the coping strategies for failing relationships mentioned in the text?

Loyalty, neglect, and actively seeking improvements Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of proximity on friendships and relationships?

Proximity is a powerful predictor of friendships and relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between loneliness and the number of friends?

Loneliness is related to the perceived and desired level of relationships, not the number of friends Signup and view all the answers

What plays a significant role in developing liking and affection in relationships?

Frequent interaction and exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of actions and behaviors on feelings in relationships?

Actions and behaviors can influence feelings in relationships Signup and view all the answers

What do unhappy couples engage in, according to the text?

Disagreement and negative interactions Signup and view all the answers

Why do people recall more pain from rejecting someone's love than from being rejected, according to the text?

Due to guilt, sadness, and uncertainty Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of breakups on dating couples in closer and longer relationships with fewer alternatives?

More painful Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between proximity and marriage, according to the text?

Most people marry someone who shares their proximity Signup and view all the answers

What can proximity lead to in relationships, as mentioned in the text?

Both positive and negative outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of loneliness on the perceived and desired level of relationships?

Loneliness is related to the perceived and desired level of relationships Signup and view all the answers

What impact does anticipatory liking have on relationships?

It can enhance relationships, even when people didn't choose each other Signup and view all the answers

What does the mere exposure effect refer to?

Repeated exposure to stimuli increases liking Signup and view all the answers

How does the mere exposure effect impact human perception and decision-making?

It impacts human perception, preferences, and decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What does familiarity and repeated exposure increase liking for?

Various stimuli, from words to faces Signup and view all the answers

What is the adaptive significance of the mere exposure effect considered to be?

Enormous Signup and view all the answers

What impact can the mere exposure effect have on human attractions and attachments?

It can promote liking for the familiar but also lead to wariness of the unfamiliar Signup and view all the answers

How do advertisers and politicians exploit the mere exposure effect?

By using repetition to increase sales or votes Signup and view all the answers

What role does physical attractiveness play in dating?

It is a significant factor Signup and view all the answers

What have studies shown about physical attractiveness and dating frequency?

Physical attractiveness can predict how frequently a person dates Signup and view all the answers

What do women tend to prefer in a mate?

Homely and warm qualities over just attractiveness Signup and view all the answers

What does the matching phenomenon show about partner selection?

People tend to pair off with individuals who are similar in attractiveness to themselves Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Science of Attraction and Relationship Formation

Anticipatory liking can enhance relationships, even in situations where people didn't choose each other.
More than 200 experiments support the mere exposure effect, where repeated exposure to stimuli increases liking.
The mere exposure effect impacts human perception, preferences, and decision-making, from personal choices to political strategies.
Familiarity and repeated exposure can increase liking for various stimuli, from words to faces.
The mere exposure effect is considered to have enormous adaptive significance and can impact human attractions and attachments.
The effect can promote liking for the familiar but also lead to wariness of the unfamiliar, potentially explaining automatic prejudice.
Advertisers and politicians exploit the mere exposure effect by using repetition to increase sales or votes.
Physical attractiveness is a significant factor in dating, but other qualities and emotional connections play a vital role in forming relationships.
Studies have shown that a person's physical attractiveness can predict how frequently they date.
Women tend to prefer a mate who is homely and warm over one who is attractive but cold.
Over time, the importance of physical attractiveness diminishes as people focus more on each other's unique qualities in friendships and relationships.
The matching phenomenon shows that people tend to pair off with individuals who are similar in attractiveness to themselves, leading to deeper love in relationships.

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Explore the science behind attraction and relationship formation in this quiz. Test your knowledge of the mere exposure effect, physical attractiveness, and the impact of familiarity on human connections. Learn about the role of emotional connections and qualities in forming lasting relationships.