Ursula Believes That Traits and Abilities as Fixed at Birth

question 72

Multiple Choice

Ursula believes that traits and abilities as fixed at birth and remain the same no matter what. By contrast, Yuri believes that people develop their traits and abilities across time, and that they can become better and better with practice. Social psychologists would say that Ursula is a(n) ____ while Yuri is a(n) ____.

• A)collectivist; individualist
• B)individualist; collectivist
• C)incremental theorist; entity theorist
• D)entity theorist; incremental theorist

Identify limitations and challenges in phylogenetic analysis and the use of specific data types.

Recognize the impact of rapid evolution and mutation rates on the study of phylogenetic relationships.

Understand the application of phylogenetic analysis in forensic and medical contexts.

Appreciate the importance of epigenetic and behavioral traits in phylogenetic studies and their potential limitations.

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Definitions:

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A legal principle referring to the state of mind of a person who commits a crime, indicating intent or knowledge of wrongfulness.

Actus Reus

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Mens Rea

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