In the context of influences on development, risk factors refer to
A. environmental factors that influence the impact of heredity on an individual.
B. conditions that have no impact on developmental outcomes.
C. social factors that are likely to impact a society's way of life.
D. conditions that increase the likelihood of a negative developmental outcome.
Answer: D
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