Vinay Uses Data from His Study to Estimate That the Heritability

question 191

Multiple Choice

Vinay uses data from his study to estimate that the heritability of athletic ability is .60. This implies that about 60%:

• A) of the variation in athletic ability is due to genetics.
• B) of the variation in athletic ability is due to environment.
• C) of people are athletic.
• D) of people are not athletic.

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Definitions:

Psychological Sex Differences

Refers to the distinctions in behavior, cognition, and emotional processing that are typically observed between males and females, often rooted in biological, environmental, and social influences.

Gender Role

The set of societal norms dictating what types of behaviors are considered appropriate based on perceived or assigned gender.

Expectations

Beliefs about the way events, actions, or behaviors are likely to turn out in the future or how individuals should behave in certain situations.

Gender Typing

Acquisition of a traditional masculine or feminine role.