Which of the following statements best represents most sociologists' stance on nurture versus nature?
A)The majority of our behavior can be explained as instinctual and biologically predetermined.
B)All of our behavior is learned.Biology has nothing to do with it.
C)The majority of our behavior is learned,but the capacity to learn many behaviors is biological.
D)We can begin learning social behavior at any point in our lives and experience the same success.

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Most sociologists believe that our behavior is learned through socialization, but acknowledge that our inherent biology plays a role in shaping our capacity to learn certain behaviors. It is a combination of nature and nurture that determines our behavior. Choice A is incorrect, as most sociologists do not believe that all behavior is instinctual and biologically predetermined. Choice B is also incorrect, as biology does play a role in our behavior. Choice D is incorrect as research suggests that socialization is most effective during certain developmental periods.

Which of the Following Statements Best Represents Most Sociologists' Stance