Although physical attractiveness strongly influences interpersonal attraction, many individuals of average and below average attractiveness are involved in long-term relationships. This apparent paradox is BEST explained by the
a. similarity hypothesis.
b. matching hypothesis.
c. companionate love hypothesis.
d. least common denominator hypothesis.
B
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a. self-defense b. defense mechanisms c. preconscious technique d. self-esteem
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