At a psychological level, the physical environment may lead to the development of:

A. hunger pangs to motivate people to seek food.
B. fear mechanisms to help people avoid environmental threats.
C. shivering mechanisms when people feel cold.
D. friction mechanisms to prevent calluses on skin.


Answer: B

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