In Buck's two-system view of emotion, the biological system is relatively ___in the evolutionary history of human beings, while the cognitive system is relatively _____.

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The biological system of emotion is considered ancient because it is based on physiological responses that have been part of human beings (and their ancestors) for a very long time, evolving to help our ancestors survive. The cognitive system, which involves the processing and interpretation of emotional experiences, is seen as relatively new in evolutionary terms, reflecting the more recent development of complex brain functions.

In Buck's Two-System View of Emotion, the Biological System Is