Which of the following statements is the most accurate with regard to the timing of the onset of puberty in youngsters?
A) The timing of puberty is regulated by environmental forces, but these environmental forces are strongly influenced by genetics.
B) Puberty is something that is uniquely determined by environmental factors, and genetics play no part in when these changes emerge.
C) The timing of puberty is regulated by genetics, but these genetic forces are strongly influenced by environmental factors.
D) Puberty is something that is uniquely determined by genetics, and environmental influences play no part in when these changes emerge.

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The timing of puberty is primarily determined by genetics, but environmental factors such as nutrition and stress can influence the onset of puberty. However, genetics play a stronger role in determining the timing of puberty than environmental factors. Therefore, statement C is the most accurate. Statements A and D are both incorrect because they either give too much or too little credit to environmental factors in determining the onset of puberty. Statement B is also incorrect as genetics do play a role in puberty.

Which of the Following Statements Is the Most Accurate with Regard