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TIL: There has been numerous research which links height as one of the most important factors in attractiveness. 180cm + men have higher reproductive rates. In general, women reproduce with men 2.3+ cm taller, while men reproduce with 2.5cm+ shorter, younger women. This is consistent across cultures

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