Compatibility

[coalescent]

From The Sunday Times:

The researchers focused on 25 key factors including looks, intelligence and sociability that previous studies have shown are likely to give rise to conflict in relationships. A questionnaire was then drawn up and a scoring system calibrated through tests on a random sample of 2,159 adults.

The resulting Compatibility Indicator consists of 25 questions, each with five multiple-choice answers ranging from one extreme to another. Prospective couples fill out the same questionnaire separately. They then compare their answers — with each point of difference adding to their score.

Clearly, this needs to become the first scientifically validated Livejournal meme. So if someone wants to take note of this citation and make a quick trip to the Bodleian... :-)