Which Recent Theoretical Perspective Is Concerned with the Adaptive, or Survival

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which recent theoretical perspective is concerned with the adaptive, or survival, value of behavior and its evolutionary history?

• A) information processing
• B) ethology
• C) sociocultural theory
• D) ecological systems theory

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Definitions:

Cnidarians

A phylum of aquatic invertebrates known for their specialized cells called cnidocytes, which they use for capturing prey.

Polyp Form

A type of body form in cnidarians, such as corals and sea anemones, characterized by a cylindrical shape and a mouth surrounded by tentacles.

Ciliated Larvae

Larval forms of certain aquatic animals, particularly some mollusks and annelids, which have cilia (tiny hair-like structures) for movement and feeding.

Jellylike Matrix

A viscous, gelatinous substance that provides structural support to various tissue types, such as the connective tissue.