Functionalism and Evolutionary Psychology Have Both Been Criticized Because

question 38

Multiple Choice

Functionalism and evolutionary psychology have both been criticized because:

• A) they do not include elements of the nature/nurture debate
• B) they do not conform well to rigorous scientific inquiry and application of methodology
• C) they focus on the parts of problems rather than the whole
• D) they do not take into account the way children process information

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Definitions:

T-distribution

A probability distribution that is used to estimate population parameters when the sample size is small and the population standard deviation is unknown.

Degrees of Freedom

The number of independent values or quantities which can be assigned to a statistical distribution, typically calculated as the sample size minus the number of parameters estimated.

Basic Training

An initial training program designed to induct new recruits into the military, covering physical fitness, discipline, and the fundamentals of military life.

Paired-difference Design

A design in statistical experiments where the differences within each pair of matched subjects are analyzed to determine the effect of the treatment.