The Role of Accurate Self-Assessments in Optimizing Mate Choice.

Individuals are thought to seek the best possible romantic partner in exchange for their own desirability. We investigated whether individuals' self-evaluations were related to their partner choices and whether the accuracy of these self-evaluations was associated with mating outcomes. Participants ( = 1,354) took part in a speed-dating study where they rated themselves and others on mate value and indicated their willingness to date each potential partner.