Structuralism has been criticized because it
A)did not include elements of the nature/nurture debate.
B)could not produce quantitative measurements of behavior.
C)focused on specific elements of the mind rather than on its overall usefulness.
D)did not take into account the way children process information.

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Structuralism focused heavily on breaking down and analyzing individual elements of the mind, such as sensations and perceptions, without necessarily considering how they all work together to serve a larger function. This narrow focus led to criticism that it overlooked the overall usefulness of the mind and its cognitive processes. The other options do not accurately reflect major criticisms of structuralism.

Structuralism Has Been Criticized Because It