Tesser (1993) and Other Researchers Suggest That Some Attitudes Are

question 31

Multiple Choice

Tesser (1993) and other researchers suggest that some attitudes are linked to genetic influences. According to these researchers, how is it possible that we might inherit from our parents a love of something like classical music?

• A) The influence of genes is modified by early childhood experiences.
• B) Genes influence temperament and personality, which are in turn related to attitudes.
• C) Genes that influence attitudes are dominant genes, not recessive genes.
• D) There are specific genes related to musical preferences, but not to other attitudes.

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Definitions:

Apparent Authority

A situation where a reasonably prudent person would understand that an agent had the authority to act, even if the agent didn't have actual authority.

Purported Principal

An entity or individual represented as having granted authority to another, whether or not such authority actually exists.

Disclosed Principal

A principal whose identity is known by the third parties with whom the agent enters into contracts on behalf of the principal.

Mutually Agreed

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