The Universality-Context-Specificity Issue Is Concerned with Whether

question 32

Multiple Choice

The universality-context-specificity issue is concerned with whether

• A)we all follow the same or different developmental paths.
• B)environmental or biological factors are more influential in development.
• C)we pass through abrupt developmental stages or develop in small,gradual steps.
• D)we all participate in our developmental outcomes or not.

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Definitions:

Interbreeding

The mating or crossing of two individuals from different populations, species, or varieties, leading to the production of offspring.

Species

A group of organisms capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring, sharing common characteristics and genetic makeup.

Allopatric Speciation

A form of speciation that occurs when biological populations of the same species become isolated from each other to an extent that prevents genetic interchange.

Geographical Area

A specific part of the Earth's surface identified by its location, features, and often by its boundaries.