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What is meant by "monism"?

  • The idea that all forms of life evolved from a single ancestor
  • The idea that conscious and unconscious motivations combine to produce behavior
  • The idea that the mind is made of the same substance as the rest of the universe (correct)
  • The idea that the mind is one type of substance as matter is another

    • An ontogenetic explanation focuses on which of the following?

  • How a behavior develops (correct)
  • The brain mechanisms that produce a behavior
  • The conscious experience that accompanies a behavior
  • The procedures that measure a behavior

    • Of the following, which one is an example of an evolutionary explanation (as opposed to a functional explanation)?

  • People evolved a fear of snakes because many snakes are dangerous.
  • Humans have a (tiny) tailbone because our ancient monkey-like ancestors had a tail. (correct)
  • People evolved an ability to recognize faces because that ability is essential for cooperative social behaviors.
  • People evolved a tendency to form long-term male-female bonds because human infants benefit from the help of two parents during their long period of dependence.

    • Of the following, which is a reason favoring the use of animals in biological psychology research aimed at solving human problems?

    <p>The nervous system of nonhuman animals resembles that of humans in many ways. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a "minimalist" favor with regard to animal research?

    <p>Animal research is permissible but should be held to a minimum. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Monism

    The idea that the mind and universe share the same substance.

    Ontogenetic explanation

    Focuses on how a behavior develops over time.

    Evolutionary explanation

    Explains traits based on ancestors' adaptations.

    Animal research in psychology

    Uses animals for insights due to biological similarities with humans.

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    Minimalist stance on animal research

    Supports animal research but advocates for minimal use.

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