In the Age-Old Debate Between the Influences of Nature Versus

question 329

Multiple Choice

In the age-old debate between the influences of nature versus nurture on human behaviour,the general consensus is that:

• A)behaviour is almost exclusively the result of genetic factors (nature).
• B)behaviour is almost exclusively the result of environmental factors (nurture).
• C)behaviour is almost exclusively the result of genetic factors (epigenetics).
• D)both nature and nurture are important determinants of human behaviour.

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Definitions:

Labeled

The action of assigning a name or category to someone or something, often in a simplifying or dismissive way.

Unreasonable

Lacking sound judgment; not guided by rational thinking or fairness.

Masochistic

Inclined towards masochism, which involves deriving pleasure, especially sexual gratification, from one's own pain or humiliation.

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