Which of the following statements best describes the interaction of heredity and environment on mentalfunctioning?
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.
Answer: C
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