The Evolutionary Perspective in Psychology

question 76

Multiple Choice

The evolutionary perspective in psychology:

• A)suggests that human behavior is best understood in terms of the individual capacity for growth, free will, and self-direction.
• B)analyzes behavior in terms of its adaptive function, such as how it increases a species' chances to survive and reproduce.
• C)is now regarded as nothing more than pseudoscience.
• D)states that, to fully understand human behavior, you must understand how behavior varies among different cultures.

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Definitions:

Prosocial Behavior

Actions intended to benefit others, including helping, sharing, donating, cooperating, and volunteering.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an individual or group in response to external or internal stimuli.

Society

A group of individuals living together in a more or less ordered community with shared laws, traditions, and values.

Equity

The idea that each person receives benefits in proportion to what he or she contributes.