Which of the following is an example of an emotion that represents an evolutionary adaptation to problems of survival or reproduction?
A) Tom feels jealous and angry when another man calls up his girlfriend and asks her for a date.
B) Briana feels fearful and anxious when her 3-year-old climbs to the top of the jungle gym at the playground.
C) Jonathan wrinkles up his nose in disgust when he opens a bowl of leftover tuna fish salad that's been sitting in the refrigerator for the last month.
D) All of these answers are correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All three emotions mentioned in the options (jealousy, fear, and disgust) are considered to be evolutionary adaptations to problems of survival or reproduction. Jealousy helps individuals protect their mate from potential rivals, fear helps individuals avoid danger and potential harm, and disgust helps individuals avoid potentially harmful or contaminated food. Therefore, option D is the best answer as it includes all the correct choices.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Emotion