Evolutionary psychology is to _____________ as social-exchange theory is to ______________.

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Evolutionary psychology focuses on how natural selection and adaptation have influenced behavior patterns, while social exchange theory examines how social interactions involve the exchange of resources (rewards and costs) between individuals. Kin selection is a concept within evolutionary psychology that explains the tendency to behave altruistically towards relatives to increase their genetic fitness. The social responsibility norm and reciprocity norm are concepts within social psychology related to moral obligations and fairness in social interactions, respectively. Empathy is a psychological construct related to understanding and sharing the feelings of others, but is not directly related to either evolutionary psychology or social exchange theory. Therefore, option B is the best choice as it correctly pairs evolutionary psychology with an aspect of social exchange theory.

Evolutionary Psychology Is to _____________ as Social-Exchange Theory Is to ______________

Evolutionary Psychology Is to _ as Social-Exchange Theory Is to __