Among children who were abused, those with one version of a gene linked to animal aggression were likely to behave aggressively. However, those with the other form rarely did so, even when the past abuse was severe. This finding supports which of the following facts about aggression?
A. Aggression is a disposition that can be selectively bred in animals.
B. Psychoactive substances affect the likelihood that a person will be aggressive.
C. Both nature and nurture interact to determine aggression.
D. Variations in brain structure and function are associated with differing kinds of aggression.
Answer: C
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