Susie, who is 5 years old, is the tallest person in her kindergarten class. When her teacher asked her how she thought she got so tall she said proudly, "My mom and dad are tall and I eat good food!" Susie's statement reflects that she understands that human development comes from _____.

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Susie's statement indicates that she understands that heredity plays a role in determining her height (since her parents are tall) and that good nutrition (an environmental factor) is also important for growth. Therefore, her statement reflects an understanding of the combined influence of both heredity and the environment on human development.

Susie, Who Is 5 Years Old, Is the Tallest Person