Functionalism was a psychological perspective that
A) focused on purposes and functions of the mind as shaped throughout human history
B)focused on the contents of consciousness
C) assessed the function of IQ for the education system
D) assessed the functions of psychologists in society

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Functionalism, as a psychological perspective, emphasized understanding the purposes and functions of the mind, particularly how mental processes evolved to solve problems and adapt to the environment. This approach contrasted with structuralism, which focused on the contents of consciousness.

Functionalism Was a Psychological Perspective That