One Research Study Found That Boys Who Inherit One Variation

question 75

Multiple Choice

One research study found that boys who inherit one variation of the MAOA gene,and girls who inherit a different variation of the same gene,are more likely to engage in _____ behavior as adolescents,but only if they were exposed to _____ as children.

• A) prosocial; chemical toxins
• B) delinquent: maltreatment
• C) criminal; malnutrition
• D) bullying; bullying

Calculate and interpret the variance and standard deviation for a set of data.

Understand the concept of percentiles and their application in describing data distributions.

Recognize and differentiate terms and symbols specific to statistical analysis and their meaning.

Identify key figures and their contributions to psychology.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Comprehension

The ability to understand or grasp the meaning of something.

Test Scores

Quantitative measures obtained from educational assessments or exams; also not a key term in a statistical context alone, thus NO.

Reliable

A term indicating the consistency or repeatability of a measure or test over time.