Physical
Characteristics
To learn more about the variables in this section,
consult the Guide to the Constructs section on Physical
Characteristics. |
| Description |
Variable |
Value |
Value Label |
Type |
Explanation |
| Physical attractiveness |
(H,W)LOOKS(1-3) |
1 9 |
very unattractive very attractive |
interval |
Avg of both interviewers' rating |
| Physique |
(H,W)BUILD(1-3) |
1 9 |
Thin Fat |
interval |
Avg of both interviewers' rating |
| Grooming |
(H,W)GROOM(1-3) |
1 9 |
unkempt very well-groomed |
interval |
Avg of both interviewers' rating |
| Perceived
Race |
| Husband's interviewer perception of
respondent's race |
(H,W)HRACE(1-3) |
1 2
3
4
5 |
white black
hispanic
oriental
other |
discrete |
|
| Wife's interviewer perception of
respondent's race |
(H,W)WRACE(1-3) |
1 2
3
4
5 |
white black
hispanic
oriental
other |
discrete |
|