Your Text Offers Several Challenges That Evolutionary Psychology Has Not

question 5

Multiple Choice

Your text offers several challenges that evolutionary psychology has not been able to address. Which of the following would also challenge evolutionary rationales for helping behavior?

• A) Mario calls an ambulance to help his elderly mother, who is dying.
• B) Susan runs out into a busy freeway to save a wounded animal.
• C) Henry saves his daughter before he saves his sister from a flooded basement.
• D) Sarah helps her biological daughter before helping her stepson escape a fire.

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Definitions:

Collectivist Theory

A theory that emphasizes the importance of groups and collective goals over individual desires or needs.

Aggressive System

A pattern or mechanism within a system (social, biological, or psychological) that leads to aggressive behaviors or responses.

Snide Comments

Sarcastic or mocking remarks meant to insult or undermine someone.

Strong Feelings

Intense emotions that are passionately or deeply experienced, often influencing behavior and thought processes.