
Introduction
The best response here is option (C) how his peer group behaves.

Explanation of Solution
Correct answer and explanation
Social psychology is concerned with the ways in which other people can influence our thoughts, feeling, and actions. Social psychologists are interested in understanding the characteristics of the social influence. Thus, in this case, a social psychologist can form an explanation of the young man's violent behavior by examining the influence that the behavior of his peer group has on him.
Explanations for incorrect options
Option (A), his aggressive personality traits, refers to a branch of psychology known as personality psychology. So, option (A) is incorrect.
Option (B), possible genetic contributions, refers to a branch of psychology known as behavioral genetics. So, option (B) is incorrect.
Option (D), what his father taught him, refers to a branch of psychology known as psychodynamic psychology. So, option (D) is incorrect.
Therefore, the options (A), (B), and (D) are incorrect.
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