If a scientist studies the changes in organisms over long periods of time due to natural selection, then that scientist is taking an evolutionary approach. Dr. Steven Pinker has studied long-term changes in humans, especially the changes in their behaviors and mental processes. Therefore, Dr. Pinker has taken an evolutionary approach. The argument is sound because:
A) Dr. Pinker is a noted expert on evolution.
B) it involves asserting the consequent.
C) the antecedent has been asserted.
D) natural selection is a well-known theory.
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