Which Statement Best Describes a Central Principle of "Social" Darwinism

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes a central principle of "social" Darwinism?

• A) divisions in society result from a competitive struggle for life
• B) all should strive for the greatest good for the greatest number
• C) liberal society will evolve into a community utopia
• D) history progresses through the struggle of the rational and the real

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Approach

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the influence of unconscious forces and childhood experiences on behavior and mental processes.

Unconscious Processes

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating the associative learning process through experiments with dogs.

John B. Watson

An American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the study of observable behavior over internal phenomena like feelings and thoughts.