If We Apply Darwin's Theories to Many Characteristics That Affect

question 82

Multiple Choice

If we apply Darwin's theories to many characteristics that affect survival and reproduction, natural selection would cause the populations to become more different over time, a process called ____.

• A) morphological deviation
• B) artificial selection
• C) goal orientation
• D) evolutionary divergence
• E) genetic modification

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Definitions:

Incentives

Rewards or stimuli that motivate individuals to perform actions or engage in behaviors.

Need For Achievement

A psychological driving force that compels individuals to pursue and meet standards of excellence.

n Ach

Refers to "Need for Achievement," a term in psychology that represents an individual's desire for significant accomplishment, mastering of skills, control, or high standards.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A theory suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance on any task: too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.