Almost Any Behavior Can Be Judged to Be Normal or Abnormal

question 551

Multiple Choice

Almost any behavior can be judged to be normal or abnormal depending on the specific circumstances present. This qualification for judging whether or not a behavior is abnormal is referred to as

• A)situational context.
• B)subjective judgment.
• C)environmental selectivity.
• D)personal relativity.

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Definitions:

Age At First Reproduction

The age at which an organism successfully produces offspring for the first time, an important life-history trait affecting fitness and evolution.

Offspring Number

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Optimal Investment

The most efficient allocation of resources or capital to achieve the highest possible return or benefit, considering the level of risk involved.