If the Benefits of a Behavior Are Greater Than the Costs

question 52

Multiple Choice

If the benefits of a behavior are greater than the costs, the behavior is known as which of the following?

• A) Proximate
• B) Ultimate
• C) Positive
• D) Direct
• E) Adaptive

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Definitions:

Adult Child

An adult who exhibits behaviors, attitudes, or emotional responses that seem more characteristic of children, often as a result of certain upbringing.

Ageism

Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their age, typically directed towards older adults.

Caregiver Burnout

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion experienced by caregivers, often due to the prolonged and overwhelming demands of caregiving.

Exhaustion

A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue, often resulting from prolonged stress or overwork.