The tendency for women to marry men of higher status is called the:

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The mating gradient refers to the tendency for women to marry men of higher social and economic status. This occurs due to societal norms and expectations that position men as providers and women as caregivers. Women may also be attracted to men with higher status as it signals that they can provide stability and security. The other options (B, C, and D) do not accurately describe this phenomenon.

The Tendency for Women to Marry Men of Higher Status