Which of the following pairs of theoretical perspectives assert that certain basic cognitive abilities are biologically built into, or prewired into, the neural makeup of humans?

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The theoretical perspectives that assert that certain basic cognitive abilities are biologically built into human beings are nativist and evolutionary perspectives. Option A (humanistic and evolutionary) is incorrect because humanistic approach focuses on the potential for growth and self-determination, and evolutionary approach studies how species have evolved over time. Option C (humanistic and behavioral) is incorrect because the behavioral approach studies environmental influences on behavior, rather than biological influences. Option D (nativist and behavioral) is incorrect because the behavioral approach focuses on learning and environmental experiences as determinants of behavior.

Which of the Following Pairs of Theoretical Perspectives Assert That