Which of the Following Is an Example of Biocultural Approach

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of biocultural approach to understanding human behavior?

• A) studying human behaviors as the result of direct evolutionary pressures
• B) charting the relationship between agricultural practices and the evolution of the sickle cell polymorphism
• C) hypothesizing about the cultural abilities of ancient hominins by comparing them to living non-human primates
• D) focusing on the ecological factors that influence present-day hunter-gatherer societies

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Definitions:

Anxiety

An emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure.

Bulimia Nervosa

A disorder related to eating, marked by periods of excessive food consumption followed by unsuitable weight management techniques, like self-induced vomiting or intense physical activity.

Binge/Purge Cycle

A behavior pattern seen in bulimia nervosa, involving excessive eating followed by efforts to avoid weight gain.

Efficacy

The ability to produce a desired or intended result, often used in the context of medications or treatments.