According to a study by David Buss, what is a culturally universal theme in what men and women look for in potential mates?

a. Both men and women consider "good looks" to be the most important characteristic of a potential mate.
b. Both men and women consider a "good financial prospect" to be the most important characteristic of a potential mate.
c. Women consider "good looks" to be the most important characteristic of a potential mate, and men consider a "good financial prospect" to be most important.
d. Men consider "good looks" to be the most important characteristic of a potential mate, and women consider a "good financial prospect" to be most important.


ANS: D

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