Suppose you were one of the early graduate students of the newly developed field of psychology.Your mentor is interested in discovering the answers to questions like,"Why is the ability to forget helpful?" and "How do emotions assist us in social situations?" Your mentor's approach is most consistent with the ___________ perspective.
A)behaviourist
B)functionalist
C)psychoanalytic
D)structuralist

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The functionalist perspective in psychology focused on how behavior and mental processes help individuals adapt to their environment. This includes questions about the usefulness of forgetfulness and the role of emotions in social situations, making it most consistent with the approach of the described mentor.

Suppose You Were One of the Early Graduate Students of the Newly