Which statement best describes a Realist view of mind and body?

• A. Idealism asserts mind is primary.
• B. Naturalism rejects mind.
• C. Existentialism denies the body.
• D. Realism emphasizes mind and body harmony.

Answer: (D)

Realism in this context treats learning and performance as grounded in the real-world interaction of mind and body. It sees movement as guided by perception, feedback, and cognitive planning—all working together. So describing Realism as emphasizing mind and body harmony best conveys that mental processes and physical action are integrated and coordinated for effective performance.

Other views focus differently: idealism centers on the primacy of mind, naturalism emphasizes natural processes (often downplaying mind as separate), and existentialism stresses individual meaning rather than bodily integration. Their emphasis doesn’t match the Realist idea of the mind and body working in harmony to produce skilled action.