Developmental psychologists believe that two factors that influence human development are ____________?

Correct answer: C. Genetic makes up and experience

  • A. Motivation and emotion
  • B. Self and others
  • C. Genetic makes up and experience
  • D. Rewards and punishments

Explanation

Development is shaped by both heredity, including genetic makeup, and experience, including learning and the environment. Motivation, emotion, rewards, and punishment may influence behaviour but are not the two broad sources named here.

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