The idea that we tend to ask out, or go out with, people who are similar to ourselves in attractiveness is a central part of ______.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The matching hypothesis suggests that people tend to form romantic relationships with individuals who are at a similar level of physical attractiveness as themselves. This is because people believe that they are more likely to be accepted and successful in a relationship with someone who is at a similar level of attractiveness. Propinquity (A) refers to the tendency to form relationships with individuals who are physically nearby, reciprocity (B) refers to the tendency to like those who express liking for us, and complementarity (D) refers to the idea that people are attracted to those whose characteristics complement their own.

The Idea That We Tend to Ask Out, or Go