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The first set of ratings yielded an average score of 56 out of 120 for the initially presented group of men, who were characterized by lower-paying jobs. However, when occupations were switched to those implying higher income—like investment banker and vascular surgeon—the results significantly shifted. For instance, the same man who was previously rated as a retail clerk garnered a 32% increase in attractiveness once reintroduced as a surgeon.
Interestingly, as discussions around the results unfolded, some participants initially claimed that money did not matter; however, their individual scores indicated otherwise. On paper, having a higher income correlated with greater appeal. This quiet admission painted a revealing picture of societal values regarding wealth and desirability.