Which of the following questions would be addressed by an evolutionary theorist?
A) At what age do adolescents initiate sexual activity?
B) How do social media affect self-esteem in young people?
C) Why do pregnant women have morning sickness?
D) What risk factors are associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease in late adulthood?

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Evolutionary theorists study how human traits and behaviors have evolved over time in response to selective pressures, such as adaptation to environmental challenges and maximizing reproductive success. Morning sickness in pregnant women may be explained in terms of evolutionary adaptation to increased sensitivity to toxins during pregnancy. The other options do not relate directly to evolutionary theory.

Which of the Following Questions Would Be Addressed by an Evolutionary