John, an average-looking student has been dating three people. Anne is an extremely attractive and popular student. Mary is rather plain looking, rather unattractive in fact, but she is a very bright student. Emily is moderately attractive. According to the matching hypothesis:

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The matching hypothesis suggests that people are more likely to form and succeed in a committed relationship with someone who is equally socially desirable, often in terms of physical attractiveness. Emily, being moderately attractive, is likely closer to John's level of attractiveness compared to Anne and Mary.

John, an Average-Looking Student Has Been Dating Three People