A researcher notes that aggression in humans is similar in many ways to aggression in animals (e.g., gorillas, lions, etc.), and hypothesizes that an instinct for aggressive behavior may have been acquired through evolution. Which theoretical view does this hypothesis illustrate?

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This hypothesis illustrates the ethological perspective, which emphasizes the role of evolution and natural instincts in behavior, similar to aggression observed in animals.

A Researcher Notes That Aggression in Humans Is Similar in Many