Of the Following, Which Statement Would Most Likely Be Endorsed

question 156

Multiple Choice

Of the following, which statement would most likely be endorsed by a functionalist?

• A) People are capable of making conscious, rational choices that can lead to growth and psychological health.
• B) Because mental events cannot be observed, psychology should restrict its focus to behaviour.
• C) The best way to study conscious experience is to analyze its component parts.
• D) We should examine how the mind helps us adapt to a complex and changing world.

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Definitions:

Forethought

The act of thinking and planning activities or events in advance, demonstrating anticipation and careful consideration.

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