Which of the following is false with regard to the early research on genetics and criminal behavior?
A) It consisted of genealogical studies of families with many criminals.
B) It laid the groundwork for later work on IQ and criminality.
C) It had difficulties determining whether nature or nurture accounted for criminal behavior.
D) It consistently found that criminality was inherited and that criminals were born, not made.
E) None of the above.

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Early research on genetics and criminal behavior faced significant challenges in distinguishing the effects of nature (genetics) and nurture (environment) on criminal behavior. While some studies suggested a genetic component to criminality, the research did not consistently conclude that criminality was purely inherited or that criminals were born rather than made. The complexity of human behavior and the influence of environmental factors made it difficult to draw such definitive conclusions.

Which of the Following Is False with Regard to the Early