Research suggests that humans evolved large brains not to better understand the environment around them, but rather to increase the capability for interpersonal relations. This idea is known as ____

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The idea that humans evolved large brains primarily for social reasons is known as social brain theory, as described in the question. The other answer choices are either inaccurate or not commonly used terms in the field.

Research Suggests That Humans Evolved Large Brains Not to Better