Many fictional plotlines use a certain traumatic event, such as a crash or near-death experience, to bring together two characters. Such events cause the two characters to fall in love, even when the characters do not share similar qualities. What concept does this exemplify?
A. propinquity effect
B. assortative mating
C. mere exposure
D. misattribution of arousal
Answer: D
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