Which of the Following (If True) Would Most Seriously Contradict

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following (if true) would most seriously contradict the assumptions of determinism?

• A) Some behaviors are controlled mostly by heredity and others mostly by environment.
• B) Two parts of the brain control the same aspects of behavior.
• C) Despite being very determined to succeed, people with low levels of intelligence are unable to accomplish as much as people with high intelligence.
• D) Certain behaviors are completely unpredictable.

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Definitions:

Adaptation

The process by which organisms adjust to new environments or changes in their current environment, enhancing their survival and reproduction abilities.

Catharsis Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that expressing or experiencing strong emotions can lead to a reduction in tension or aggression.

Charles Darwin

A 19th-century naturalist and geologist, best known for his contributions to the science of evolution and his proposal of natural selection as a mechanism for evolution.

Violent Gestures

Physical actions or motions that express or are intended to convey aggression or hostility.