In the context of evolution and life-span development, which of the following statements is true of Paul Baltes (2003)?
A) He believed natural selection weeded out all nonadaptive characteristics appearing among older adults.
B) He held that the benefits conferred by evolutionary selection increased with age.
C) He believed natural selection occurred primarily during the first half of life.
D) He held that natural selection operated on characteristics tied to mental fitness.

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Paul Baltes (2003) proposed that natural selection is most influential during the reproductive years and early stages of life, suggesting that its impact diminishes as individuals age beyond their reproductive years. This perspective acknowledges that many characteristics and abilities that emerge later in life may not be directly shaped by evolutionary pressures.

In the Context of Evolution and Life-Span Development, Which of the Following