Which of the following is an example of a characteristic that is NOT necessarily adaptive in modern environments?

A. Xenophobia
B. Social anxiety
C. Sexual selection
D. Sexual desire


Answer: A

Psychology

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One disadvantage to cervical barriers is that ____

a. a prescription is required worldwide b. there is increased postcoital drip c. one must wait 8 hours for it to be effective d. cervical dysplasia is more common

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