Primate Behavior Is Best Viewed as Being

question 30

Multiple Choice

Primate behavior is best viewed as being

• A) influenced by environmental factors
• B) entirely genetic in origin
• C) independent of environmental factors
• D) entirely learned and without any genetic basis
• E) subject to very few factors

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Definitions:

Psyche

The human mind or soul, often used to refer to the mental and emotional aspects of an individual.

Aristotle

An ancient Greek philosopher and scientist whose works covered a wide range of subjects and laid the groundwork for many areas of Western philosophy and science.

Dualism

Philosophical position that both a nonmaterial mind and a material body contribute to behavior.

Persistent Vegetative State (PVS)

Condition in which a person is alive but unaware, unable to communicate or to function independently at even the most basic level.