IPMAT Indore 2024 - VA Q56 Explanation

Explanation:

(d)

(a) investigating the physiological benefits of exercise on anxiety management. This option is incorrect because, while the passage does mention the benefits of exercise in managing anxiety, it is only one part of the broader discussion. The passage addresses various aspects of anxiety, including its evolutionary purpose and different treatments, not just the physiological benefits of exercise.

(b) evaluating the effectiveness of psychotherapy and medication in treating anxiety. This option is incorrect because the passage does discuss psychotherapy and medication, but it is not limited to evaluating their effectiveness. The passage also covers the nature of anxiety, its evolutionary role, and other treatment options like exercise.

(c) understanding the complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors in anxiety disorders. This option is incorrect because, although the passage mentions genetic and environmental factors as contributors to anxiety disorders, it does not focus solely on this interplay. The primary concern of the passage is broader, encompassing the nature of anxiety, its adaptive functions, and various treatments.

(d) exploring the multifaceted nature of anxiety and its adaptive functions. This option is correct because the passage is primarily about understanding the different aspects of anxiety, including its role in survival, its adaptive purposes, and when it can become problematic. It also covers various treatments, indicating a comprehensive exploration of anxiety's multifaceted nature.