The authors of this text would support which of the following statements regarding a child's physiological and emotional functioning?

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The authors of the text support the idea that a child's physiological and emotional development is shaped by a combination of inborn characteristics, environmental demands, and a caregiver's response to both. This is reflected in the statement "A child's physiological and emotional development is shaped by inborn characteristics, environmental demands, and a caregiver's response to both of these." Option A suggests that a child's physiological and emotional functioning is fixed and unchangeable, which is contradicted by research in developmental psychology. Option B suggests that a caregiver's responsiveness has no impact on a child's development, which is also contradicted by research. Option C suggests that individual differences in temperament can be significantly changed based on caregiver response, which is only partially true. While research highlights the importance of caregiver responsiveness in shaping temperament, it is important to note that individual differences are also influenced by genetic factors.

The Authors of This Text Would Support Which of the Following