A research psychologist is most interested in discovering the answers to questions like, "Why is empathy helpful to people?" and "How does education contribute to social stability?" This approach is most consistent with the _______ perspective.
A) structuralist
B) functionalist
C) empiricist
D) behaviorist

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The functionalist perspective in psychology focuses on understanding the purpose and function of mental processes and behaviors. Research psychologists who are interested in understanding how empathy and education contribute to well-being and social stability are thus taking a functionalist perspective.

A Research Psychologist Is Most Interested in Discovering the Answers