According to the textbook, which statement best reflects how many researchers view the nature–nurture question?
a) Nature is clearly dominant in most cases.
b) Nurture is clearly dominant in most cases.
c) both sides should be considered, because most behaviors fall somewhere in between.
d) Neither side should be considered, because most behaviors are not explained by either factor.
Answer: c
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