Which of the following would be most characteristic of a contemporary biological theorist?

a. A study looking at facial features and body type as indicators of criminality
b. An examination of family trees to identify inherited criminal traits
c. A focus on diet and environmental contaminants as a way of explaining behavior
d. A theory that downplays the role of the social environment in producing behavior


Answer: c

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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