How do approach and avoidance relate to basic tendencies rooted in evolution?

What will be an ideal response?

Answer: Approach and avoidance are related to basic tendencies that may be rooted in evolution—the "fight-or-flight" choice. Approach-oriented people are more likely to "fight" in search of positive rewards, and avoidance-oriented people are more likely to take "flight" away from negative consequences.

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Which of the following is an example of a positive symptom of schizophrenia?

A. Carrie hears voices that tell her she is the devil's daughter. B. Jillian no longer experiences pleasure. C. Kiera responds to her family with a reduction in speech. D. Samaira stares into space for extended periods of time.

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Researchers in __________ analyze the relative effects of genes and environmental factors on behavior and mental processes

a. the Human Genome Project b. psychobiology c. behavioral genetics d. developmental psychology

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