Which of the following is an expression of the nurture side of the nature versus nurture argument?

A) Environmental deprivation has little effect on intellectual performance.
B) An intellectually stimulating environment will be wasted on those who do not have some innate intellectual potential.
C) Intellectual potential is something with which you are born; it is not acquired.
D) An intellectually stimulating environment can lead to noticeable increases in the IQs of disadvantaged children.

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Anaya Peavy · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Choice D is the only one that expresses the nurture side of the argument by suggesting that an intellectually stimulating environment can have a positive impact on intellectual performance. The other options either suggest that environmental factors have little effect (A), or that genetics play a more important role in intellectual potential (B and C).

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