The field of social neuroscience is of particular importance because

A. researchers have not yet linked specific brain regions to various emotional reactions.
B. funding problems have caused many psychology programs to consolidate their departments.
C. our social environment can shape how genes are expressed.
D. attitudes have been shown to have a strong biological component.


Answer: C

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