Which of the Following Was Mentioned as One of the Three

question 257

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was mentioned as one of the three conclusions regarding the relative importance of biological and environmental factors in development?

• A)The environment sets a limit on biological influences.
• B)Though they are present, environmental influences are not very powerful.
• C)Environmental factors can impact the rate and sequence in which various skills are learned.
• D)Environmental and biological factors interact with one another during development.

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Definitions:

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brain and is encased within the vertebral column.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a crucial role in muscle movement and cognitive functions.

Adrenaline

Also known as epinephrine, a hormone and neurotransmitter that increases heart rate, contracts blood vessels, dilates air passages, and participates in the fight-or-flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.

Nociception

The sensory nervous system's response to potentially harmful stimuli, signaling pain to the brain.