What Do Twin Studies Indicate About the Role of Genes

question 7

Multiple Choice

What do twin studies indicate about the role of genes in personality?

• A)Heredity plays an important role in personality.
• B)Dizygotic twins are more likely than monozygotic twins to share personality traits.
• C)Personality is almost entirely determined by parenting and other environmental factors.
• D)Personality appears to be related to two different copies of a serotonin transporter gene.

Explain standpoint theory and its relevance to understanding cultural differences in communication.

Recognize and explain the processes and errors in perception, such as stereotyping and fundamental attribution error.

Identify the stages of the interpersonal perception process.

Discuss the effects of perceptual barriers on communication and relationships.

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

Rapid Eye Movement sleep, a phase of sleep characterized by rapid movements of the eyes, low muscle tone, and vivid dreams.

Large Muscles

Refers to the more substantial and often more visible muscles in the body, including those in the legs, arms, back, and abdomen, which can be developed through physical training.

Deeply Relaxed

A state of physical and mental calm achieved through techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or progressive muscle relaxation.

Morning Person

An individual who feels more alert, energetic, and productive in the morning compared to other times of the day.