A Basic Premise of Evolutionary Psychology Is That All Behavior

question 150

Multiple Choice

A basic premise of evolutionary psychology is that all behavior derives from psycho- logical mechanisms that evolved to

• A) ensure group homogeneity.
• B) promote the survival of the human species.
• C) encourage aggression.
• D) minimize complex information processing.

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Definitions:

Valid Deductive Argument

A logical argument where, if the premises are true, the conclusion necessarily follows, ensuring its validity.

Conclusion

The proposition in an argument that is supported on the basis of other propositions.

Definitional Premises

Statements or assertions used in arguments that provide the meaning or explanation of terms used within the argument.

Analogies

Comparisons made between two things that are alike in some respects, often used to explain or argue.