Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Explanation as to Why

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the best explanation as to why some countries are more violent than others?

• A) Civilized societies are less violent than primitive societies.
• B) Geographical differences are the primary factor.
• C) Population differences are the main determinant-for example, having more males than females.
• D) Violence is a learned behavior controlled or allowed by social norms.

---

Definitions:

Culture Of Opacity

A social atmosphere where transparency is lacking and information flow is deliberately restricted.

Carolina Abecedarian

An early childhood education intervention program aimed at improving the outcomes for young children from low-income families through high-quality child care and early education.

Perry Preschool Project

An influential early childhood education study that demonstrated the long-term benefits of preschool education on economically disadvantaged children.

Longitudinal Research

A research design that involves repeated observations of the same variables (e.g., individuals) over short or long periods of time.