Matching Hypothesis Flashcards
1
Q
Who came up with the matching hypothesis theory?
A
Walster
2
Q
What does the matching hypothesis suggest?
A
That people go for people that they see as being equally attractive
3
Q
Why is it believed that the matching is an adaptive response?
A
Avoid rejection
4
Q
In the matching hypothesis can attractiveness be exchanged?
A
Yes eh humour
5
Q
What are some characteristics seen as attractive?
A
- baby face (social releases)
- symmetry (healthy genes)
6
Q
What did landy and Aronson find about attractive people?
A
- simulated court setting
- attractive people less likely to be sentenced
7
Q
What characteristics did Cunningham find to be attractive and did these apply to more than 1 culture?
A
- big eyes
- small nose
- high cheek bones
- yes, applied to more than 1 culture
8
Q
What characteristics did walster believe made it more likely for couples to get together?
A
-similar social values
