Dr Fitzsimmons Is an Evolutionary Psychologist

Multiple Choice

Dr. Fitzsimmons is an evolutionary psychologist. He studies the ways in which adaptation and natural selection are connected with mental processes and behavior. Given his background, which of the following statements is he most likely expected to make?

A) Patterns of behavior are transmitted genetically from one generation to another.
B) Prenatal exposure to hormones has little effect on gender behaviors.
C) The same level of influence of biology affects humans as it does other animals.
D) Instincts have little effect on the behavior of an individual.