Which of the following measures of attraction is an example of a ratio scale measurement?
A) a rating of attraction from most attractive to least attractive
B) a 6-point rating scale from 1 (attractive) to 6 (unattractive)
C) the status of the relationship (acquaintance, dating, married)
D) the physical proximity (in feet and inches) between two romantic partners

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The physical proximity (in feet and inches) between two romantic partners is an example of a ratio scale measurement. This is because it has a true zero point - two people can be zero feet apart, which means they are in the exact same location. The other options do not have a true zero point and are therefore not examples of ratio scale measurements.

Which of the Following Measures of Attraction Is an Example