According to Buss, Evolved Psychological Mechanisms

question 32

Multiple Choice

According to Buss, evolved psychological mechanisms

• A) are always adaptive.
• B) may not fit current living conditions.
• C) are the same for all genders.
• D) all of the above.

Understand the different determinants of achievement behavior and their effects on task difficulty preference.

Recognize the role of social and affiliation motives in human behavior.

Differentiate between drive and incentive theories of motivation.

Comprehend the relationship between physical attractiveness and happiness.

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