Question

the early school of psychology that focused on how mental and behavioral processes enable us to adapt and survive was called
a functionalism.
b behaviorism.
c behavior genetics.
d structuralism.

Explanation:

Functionalism in early - psychology emphasized the adaptive functions of mental and behavioral processes for survival. Behaviorism focused on observable behavior, behavior genetics on the genetic basis of behavior, and structuralism on the basic elements of consciousness.

Answer:

A. functionalism