Professor Smith believes that experiences are more important than heredity in the developmental process.Which issue in developmental psychology is she commenting on?
A) nature and nurture
B) continuity and stages
C) stability and change
D) conception and prenatal development

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The issue of nature and nurture refers to the debate over the relative importance of genetic inheritance (nature) and environmental factors (nurture) in shaping human development. Professor Smith's belief that experiences are more important than heredity suggests a perspective that emphasizes the role of nurture in development.

Professor Smith Believes That Experiences Are More Important Than Heredity