What are the common perceptions of the "ideal" body?
A)university students say men and women would look more attractive if they had the body size of models in advertising
B)university students say the media images portray a body size that is not necessarily good for one's health
C)the majority of female children want to look like a female on television
D)the majority of female children say that women on television are much thinner than women in the "real world"
E)even though some of the statements above appear to contradict each other, they do all reflect common perceptions of the "ideal" body

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While the statements may seem contradictory, they all reflect the common perceptions of the "ideal" body in society today. There is a strong emphasis on thinness and a desire to look like what is portrayed in the media, even though it may not be achievable or healthy. Both men and women are affected by these messages, and children are exposed to them at a young age, leading to a desire to conform to these standards.

What Are the Common Perceptions of the "Ideal" Body