If a bus full of mixed-sex beautiful people crashed into a bus full of mixed-sex unattractive people, would the beautiful group be more likely to receive top-notch help?
A) Yes-regardless of the circumstances
B) Only if the helpers are mostly male
C) Only if the crash is major (a real emergency)
D) Only if the crash is minor (a non-emergency)

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, studies have shown that people tend to give preferential treatment to those they find attractive, even in emergency situations. This is known as the "attractiveness stereotype." Therefore, it is likely that the beautiful group would receive better help, regardless of the circumstances.

If a Bus Full of Mixed-Sex Beautiful People Crashed into a Bus