Question 1

A situation in which one individual helps another and in doing so also gains some advantage for themselves is known as

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Question 2

Research has shown that across cultures, with respect to ratings of attractiveness in women, men show ____.

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Research indicates that men across different cultures show very high consistency in their ratings of attractiveness in women. This suggests that there are certain universal standards or features that are widely considered attractive.

Question 3

Buss's study on desired mate characteristics showed that the highest rated characteristic by both men and women, who were from a range of ethnic, religious, and socio-economic groups, was

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Buss's study found that mutual attraction and love were rated as the highest desired characteristics in a mate by both men and women across various groups, indicating the universal importance of these factors in mate selection.

Question 4

According to the results of a study by Peggy La Cerra, which of the following men would appear most attractive to a woman?

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Peggy La Cerra's study found that men who were observed playing with children were rated as more attractive, suggesting that behaviors indicating nurturing capabilities are appealing.

Question 5

Research examining males' ratings of female physical attractiveness has found

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Research has shown that there is a surprising degree of cross-cultural consistency in males' ratings of female physical attractiveness, suggesting that certain standards of beauty may be universally recognized.

Question 6

All of the following are gender differences with regard to important characteristics for dating partners and spouses EXCEPT

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Men and women do not both rank physical attractiveness as more important than emotional stability. In fact, studies and surveys often find that both genders consider emotional stability and personality traits as more important than physical attractiveness when seeking long-term partners.

Question 7

According to the ______, organisms are most likely to help those who are offspring and genetic relatives.

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Kin selection theory suggests that organisms are more likely to help those who are closely related to them genetically, as this increases the likelihood of their genes being passed on to future generations.

Question 8

When working on a group project, Trisha helped one group member complete his part of the project but in the process did not do as well as she could have on her own. In this example, Trisha's behaviour is an example of

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Trisha's behavior is an example of altruism because she is helping another group member at a potential cost to her own performance, which aligns with the definition of altruism as the selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Question 9

The evolutionary perspective might argue that men prefer characteristics in women like clear smooth skin, physical health, and high energy level because they are associated with future reproductive potential and ________.

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Question 10

A mother risks her own life by rushing into a burning house to save her son. According to the kin selection theory, she is most likely performing this altruistic behaviour because _______.

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Kin selection theory explains altruistic behavior in terms of genetic relatedness. The mother is more likely to risk her life for her son because they share a significant amount of genetic material, and by saving him, she is also helping to ensure the survival of her genes.

Question 11

When working on a group project, Trisha helps to gain the information needed to complete the project and the group receives an A + on the project. Trisha's behaviour is an example of

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Trisha's behavior is an example of cooperation because she works together with her group to achieve a common goal, which in this case is completing the project successfully and receiving an A+. Cooperation involves collaborative efforts to achieve a shared objective.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT true of the research on symmetrical faces?

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Research on symmetrical faces has shown that both men and women have a preference for symmetry, making option C incorrect because it suggests that only men show this preference.

Question 13

Individuals who put themselves at risk for survival when helping others are displaying ______.

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Altruism refers to the behavior of individuals who help others at a cost to themselves, often without expecting anything in return. It involves putting oneself at risk for the benefit of others, which aligns with the description given.

Question 14

Research on gender and cultural differences in mate preferences has revealed that

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Question 15

The theory that states that we are most likely to help others with whom we share the most genes is known as

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Kin selection theory of altruism explains that individuals are more likely to help relatives because doing so can increase the likelihood of their genes being passed on to future generations. This theory is based on the genetic relatedness between individuals.

Question 16

The difference between altruism and cooperation is that in altruism

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Altruism involves an individual putting itself at risk to help others, often without direct personal gain, which differentiates it from cooperation where mutual benefits are typically expected.

Question 17

The kin selection theory is most relevant to which of the following?

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Kin selection theory is most relevant to altruism, as it explains how natural selection can favor altruistic behaviors when directed towards close relatives, thereby increasing the chances of genetic traits being passed on to future generations.

Question 18

Which of the following gender differences in mate preference has been found?

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Men often rate good health and physical attractiveness as more important in a mate compared to women, who may prioritize other factors such as resources or stability.

Question 19

Across cultures, with respect to gender differences in mate preferences there is ______.

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Research across various cultures shows a very high consistency in gender differences regarding mate preferences, with men typically valuing physical attractiveness more, and women prioritizing resources and stability.

Question 20

Evolutionary theorists argue that women prefer older men because they are more likely to have

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Evolutionary theorists suggest that women prefer older men because they are more likely to have higher social status, which can provide resources and stability.

Quiz 4: Genes, Evolution, and Behaviour