The Probable Function of Psychological Mechanisms Designed to Produce Disgust

question 25

Multiple Choice

The probable function of psychological mechanisms designed to produce disgust is __________.

• A)signaling to others dislike of something
• B)expelling toxins
• C)providing an emotional cue to damaging toxins
• D)protecting the body against ingesting or coming into contact with toxins

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Definitions:

Tying

Tying is a sales technique where a seller requires the purchaser of one product to also buy another, secondary product.

Monopoly

A market structure in which a single seller controls the entire supply of a product or service, and hence, the price, effectively blocking entry for any competitors.

Prisoners' Dilemma

A scenario in game theory in which two individuals acting in their own self-interest do not achieve the optimal outcome, illustrating the conflict between individual and collective rationality.

Cooperation

The process of groups or individuals working together towards a common goal.