Which of the following statements about the influences of heredity and environment is correct, according to your textbook?
A. A person's potential range of height is genetically determined, but actual height may be influenced by nutrition.
B. A person's height is determined by his or her genes.
C. Nutrition is more important than genetic limits or range.
D. The genetic upper limit or range of height can be raised by improved nutrition.
Answer: A
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