Based on Evidence Presented by the Authors of Your Text

question 119

Multiple Choice

Based on evidence presented by the authors of your text, the facial expression for disgust is adaptive because it __________.

• A) allows people to taste more sensitively
• B) decreases the intensity of disgusting sensations
• C) increases the chances people will detect poisons or pathogens in food
• D) actually decreases the likelihood someone will become ill from eating spoiled food

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Definitions:

Stage of Labor

Various phases a woman goes through during childbirth, beginning with contractions and ending with the delivery of the baby and placenta.

Chronic Stress

Prolonged exposure to stressors that can lead to significant physical and mental health issues over time.

Premature Birth

Occurs when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy have been completed; often associated with higher risks of complications and developmental issues.

Spinal Cord Defects

Abnormalities in the spinal cord's structure or function, which can lead to varying degrees of physical disability and neurological problems.