Which of the following statements best describes the interaction of heredity and environment on mental functioning?
a. Hereditary factors associated with genetic make-up are far more influential than environment. b. Environmental factors are far more influential than hereditary factors.
c. Heredity and environment play a role on mental functioning.
d. There is a lack of evidence to make any claims about heredity or environment on mental functioning.
c
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a) reticular activating system b) pons c) medulla d) cerebellum
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