What is the central idea of the "The Nature vs. Nurture Debate" article?

A person’s environment is more influential than the traits they inherit.
A person’s environment is more influential than the traits they inherit.

Scientists debate whether identity is formed more by nature or nurture.
Scientists debate whether identity is formed more by nature or nurture.

Scientists struggle to determine how to study the nature versus nurture debate.
Scientists struggle to determine how to study the nature versus nurture debate.

People are negatively influenced by the television and other media they consume.

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The central idea of the "The Nature vs. Nurture Debate" article is best summarized by the option:

Scientists debate whether identity is formed more by nature or nurture.

This option encapsulates the ongoing discussion among scientists about the relative contributions of genetic inheritance (nature) and environmental factors (nurture) in shaping an individual's identity.