By mentally manipulating events and reflecting on possible behavioral choices before acting,our ancestors were able to greatly reduce the sort of aimless and impulsive behavior that is likely to cause death,and thus,their reproductive success increased.Psychologists from which of the following psychological perspectives would most likely make this observation?

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The observation focuses on how mental processes and behaviors might have evolved to increase reproductive success, which aligns with the principles of evolutionary psychology. This perspective examines how natural selection has shaped behaviors and mental processes.

By Mentally Manipulating Events and Reflecting on Possible Behavioral Choices