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EPPP Psychology

Category - Social and Cultural Bases of Behavior

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Evolutionary heritage refers to psychological functions that result directly from brain functions. Which of the following is NOT an example of evolutionary heritage?
  1. Sweet tooth
  2. Memory ability
  3. Sexual behavior
  4. Pain perception
Explanation
Answer: D - Pain perception is not part of evolutionary heritage; it is the result of pain receptors located throughout the central nervous system. Hunger and thirst (such as a sweet tooth), sexual behavior, memory ability, and learning activity are all part of evolutionary heritage.
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