Which Statement Best Characterizes the Evolutionary Perspective of Psychology

question 490

Multiple Choice

Which statement best characterizes the evolutionary perspective of psychology?

• A) Human behavior is best understood in terms of the individual capacity for growth, free will, and self-direction.
• B) To fully understand human behavior, you must understand how behavior varies among different cultures.
• C) Natural selection influences psychological processes.
• D) Because medical and technological advances have evolved, the biological basis of behavior should be the primary focus of contemporary psychology.

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