Genetic Theory Holds That Criminality-Producing Traits Are

question 38

Multiple Choice

Genetic theory holds that criminality-producing traits are:

• A)inherited.
• B)passed from fathers to sons but not fathers to daughters.
• C)passed on from mothers to sons but not mothers to daughters.
• D)socially triggered.

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Definitions:

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of diseases or conditions; understanding the factors leading to a particular health outcome.

Disease

A condition that disrupts the normal function of the body or mind, often characterized by specific signs and symptoms.

Syndrome

A group of symptoms that consistently occur together or a condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms.

Signs

In medical or clinical contexts, signs are objective evidence of disease or physical changes in the body, observed by a healthcare professional.