When Evolutionary Scientists Describe Some Human Trait as "Functional" or "Adaptive

question 33

True/False

When evolutionary scientists describe some human trait as "functional" or "adaptive," they are saying that trait is desirable and morally justified.

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Definitions:

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative Dispute Resolution refers to a range of processes and techniques outside of traditional courtroom litigation, such as mediation and arbitration, used to resolve disputes.

Nonunion Organizations

Workplaces or companies where a labor union does not represent the employees, often leading to direct negotiation of terms between the individual employee and management.

Peer-Review System

A system for reviewing employee complaints that utilizes a group composed of equal numbers of employee representatives and management appointees, which functions as a jury because its members weigh evidence, consider arguments, and, after deliberation, vote independently to render a final decision.

Disciplinary Process

A formal procedure by which an employer addresses an employee's unacceptable behavior or performance, potentially leading to consequences if improvement is not seen.