Which of the Following Would Be Most Characteristic of a Contemporary

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most characteristic of a contemporary biological theorist?

• A) A study looking at facial features and body type as indicators of criminality
• B) An examination of family trees to identify inherited criminal traits
• C) A focus on diet and environmental contaminants as a way of explaining behavior
• D) A theory that downplays the role of the social environment in producing behavior

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Definitions:

Posterior

Situated behind or at the back part of an organism or structure, opposite of anterior.

Lateral

Pertaining to the side of an organism or structure, often used in medical and anatomical descriptions.

Nose

An external protrusion on the face that houses the nostrils and is associated with the sense of smell and breathing.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, an important vital sign indicating respiratory health and function.