Introductory Psychology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the difference between nature and nurture?

Nature is genetic and nurture is environmental
Nature refers to learned behavior, while nurture refers to inherited traits
Nature is inherited and nurture is learned
Nature is environment and nurture is genetics

The correct answer is: Nature is genetic and nurture is environmental

Nature and nurture are two factors that can influence our development. There are many different theories about what exactly constitutes "nature" and "nurture." However, the general understanding is that nature refers to the genetic or biological influences on an individual, while nurture refers to the environmental or social influences. Option B is incorrect because nature refers to genetics rather than learned behavior. Option C is incorrect because nature also refers to inherited traits, not just learned ones. Option D is incorrect because nurture does not refer to genetics, but rather to environmental factors. Option A is correct because it accurately reflects the established distinction between nature and nurture.