Today, Many Biologists and Anthropologists Agree That the Most Intense

question 45

Multiple Choice

Today, many biologists and anthropologists agree that the most intense selection pressures our species faces come from

• A) the extinctions of other species.
• B) global climate change.
• C) disease organisms that target the immune system.
• D) radiation from outer space.

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Definitions:

Concrete Operations

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 7 and 12, where children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development that describes how children develop intellectual abilities.

Senility

A derogatory term once used to describe the symptoms of dementia, characterized by a decline in cognitive function and memory.

Over-The-Counter

Refers to drugs and medications that can be purchased without a prescription.