Williams and Mohammed Explain That Racism Is One of Several

question 10

Multiple Choice

Williams and Mohammed explain that racism is one of several ______ of health.

• A) distal causes
• B) intervening mechanisms
• C) fundamental determinants
• D) proximal pathways

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Definitions:

Genetic Makeup

The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism, influencing its characteristics and traits.

Behavioral Genetics

A field of research that uses twin studies and adoption studies to investigate the relative effects of heredity and environment on behavior.

Heredity

The passing of traits from parents to their offspring, either through asexual reproduction or sexual reproduction, influenced by genes.

Environmental Influences

refer to external factors like culture, education, and social interactions that impact behavior and development.