If a Scientist Studies the Changes in Organisms Over Long

question 7

Multiple Choice

If a scientist studies the changes in organisms over long periods of time due to natural selection, then that scientist is taking an evolutionary approach. Dr. Steven Pinker has studied long-term changes in humans, especially the changes in their behaviors and mental processes. Therefore, Dr. Pinker has taken an evolutionary approach. The argument is sound because:

• A) Dr. Pinker is a noted expert on evolution.
• B) it involves asserting the consequent.
• C) the antecedent has been asserted.
• D) natural selection is a well-known theory.