According to an evolutionary approach to love, why do women prefer men with resources, whereas men prefer women who are attractive?
a. Resources signal competence in men; attractiveness signals reproductive fitness in women.
b. Resources signal relationship commitment in men; attractiveness signals erotic passion in women.
c. Reproduction is more costly to men than to women.
d. Resources signal dominance in men; attractiveness signals willingness in women.
Answer: A
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