People are more likely to develop phobic responses to snakes and spiders than to hot irons or electrical outlets.This finding is most consistent with which of the following concepts?

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Preparedness theory proposes that humans are biologically prepared to develop phobias to certain stimuli that have been historically threatening to our survival. Snakes and spiders have posed a greater threat to humans throughout history than hot irons or electrical outlets, which is why people are more likely to develop phobias to them.

People Are More Likely to Develop Phobic Responses to Snakes