Lindsey argues that she is not responsible for any of her bad behavior as she is driven by biological and environmental factors over which she has no control.This belief best exemplifies the _____ position on development.

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The passivity position on development emphasizes the role of external factors in shaping an individual's behavior, while minimizing the influence of their own choices and actions. Lindsey's belief that she is not responsible for her behavior due to biological and environmental factors reflects this passivity position. The other options (discontinuity, continuity, and activity) do not directly relate to Lindsey's belief about her lack of control over her behavior.

Lindsey Argues That She Is Not Responsible for Any of Her