Darwin's Idea of the Survival of the Fittest Means That

question 41

Multiple Choice

Darwin's idea of the survival of the fittest means that the organisms most likely to survive and breed are those that are

• A)biggest and strongest.
• B)smallest and most agile.
• C)best adapted to their environments.
• D)most intelligent.

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Definitions:

Drives/Needs-Based Theories

A set of theories in psychology that suggest human behavior is motivated by innate drives or needs that must be satisfied.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory that suggests an individual's motivation is based on their perceived likelihood that their effort will lead to desired performance and the value of the resulting rewards.

P-to-O Expectancy

The belief that putting effort into a task will lead to achieving a desirable outcome.

Relative Status

Pertains to the position or ranking of an individual or group in relation to others within a social or organizational context, influencing dynamics and interactions.