A common theme connecting Darwin's ideas on evolution to learning processes is that:
A) learning occurs via adaptation over the course of one's lifetime
B) there is a continuity of mental activity across different species
C) since different species are related via their evolutionary pasts, research on one species could be generalized to another species
D) all of the above

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Darwin's theory of evolution implies that species change over time through the process of adaptation. Learning can also be viewed as a process of adaptation, where individuals adjust their behavior based on the consequences of their actions. Therefore, learning occurs via adaptation over the course of one's lifetime (A). Furthermore, since all species share a common evolutionary history, there is a continuity of mental activity across different species, which allows for generalization of research findings from one species to another (B and C). Hence, the correct answer is D, all of the above.

A Common Theme Connecting Darwin's Ideas on Evolution to Learning