A psychologist working from the evolutionary perspective is likely to suggest that people are biologically predisposed to

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The evolutionary perspective suggests that behaviors and traits have evolved through natural selection to increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction. Protecting offspring is a common behavior among many species, including humans, because it increases the likelihood of offspring survival and therefore reproductive success. Liking sweets may not necessarily have a clear evolutionary advantage, but it may be related to our ancestors' preference for sweet fruits and other sources of sugar. Finally, being attracted to fertile-appearing members of the opposite sex (if male) can also be explained by the evolutionary perspective, as it increases the chances of passing on one's genes to future generations. Therefore, all of these behaviors are likely biologically predisposed due to their potential benefits for survival and reproduction.

A Psychologist Working from the Evolutionary Perspective Is Likely to Suggest