Across mammals in general, reproductive success is generally limited by different factors in males and females. Explain what this means. What consequences does this difference have for the reproductive strategies of the two sexes?
To what extent does this apply to humans?
Considering the two evolutionarily relevant things that you can get from a mate (i.e., genes and/or investment), identify one of these where the sexes are expected to choose mates by similar criteria and one where they are expected to have different criteria. Refer only to humans for part C.
For each, explain the evolutionary basis for your predictions (i.e., Why would the sexes evolve these similar or different preferences?).
Format and Grading Reminders: The essay questions will ask you to integrate theory and data in a specific area of psychological research. The point is to engage the material you are learning, not merely repeat it. To that end you will need to include in each essay at least TWO empirical articles that you have gleaned from the literature yourself (that is, two sources other than your textbook and the lectures). In your search for sources, three very useful tools are “Google Scholar,” “PsycInfo,” and “Web of Science.” Wikipedia is not an acceptable source, though you may find useful sources in the “References” lists of Wikipedia articles.
You will be evaluated on the coherence and rigor of your analysis: Do you understand the relevant theories? Can you tell what kinds of evidence support or undermine each theory? Have you chosen appropriate sources? You will also be evaluated on the clarity of your expression. Maximum length for the essay is 1,000 words; this does not include your References Cited section, which you must have. Thus you will need to plan so that you are not only clear, but also concise. Your essays must be submitted by 11:59PM on the due date. Essays must be 12pt font, double-spaced. For citations, please use APA format (otherwise no need to follow APA format).
*note: use module 4-6 material to craft the essay also 3 or more source would be preferable
