The Theory That Supports That It Is the Parents' Genes

question 17

Multiple Choice

The theory that supports that it is the parents' genes rather than socioeconomic status that ultimately influences the life experiences of the children is

• A) The Social Selection Theoretical Model of Socioeconomics.
• B) The Bioecological Theory.
• C) The Social Causation Theoretical Model of Socioeconomics
• D) Erikson's Psychosocial Theory.

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Definitions:

Larger Brains

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Chordates

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Spinal Cord

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