An evolutionary perspective is most closely associated with which of the following theories?
A)ecological
B)psychodynamic
C)maturational
D)ethological

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An evolutionary perspective is most closely associated with ethological theory, which emphasizes the adaptive/evolutionary basis of behavior and the role of genetics and evolution in shaping behavior. Ecological theory emphasizes the role of the environment, psychodynamic theory emphasizes unconscious motivations, and maturational theory emphasizes biological maturation.

An Evolutionary Perspective Is Most Closely Associated with Which of the Following