According to Evolutionary Theory, Dependent Infants Attract Emotional Attachment from Adults

question 18

Multiple Choice

According to evolutionary theory, dependent infants attract emotional attachment from adults because _____.

• A) adults are easy to manipulate
• B) babies have physical characteristics that adults are attracted to in other adults
• C) it meets the basic survival needs of the species
• D) babies are easy to manipulate

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Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, leading to restricted food intake and excessive weight loss.

High Achieving

Describes individuals who consistently perform at a level significantly above the norm in their chosen activities or fields.

Competitive

Inclined or showing a tendency to be better than others in sports, business, or any area of performance.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging to avoid weight gain.