Jade Seems to Lack Empathy for Others and Often Displays

question 27

Multiple Choice

Jade seems to lack empathy for others and often displays impulsive behaviors. Jade shows signs of which characteristic?

• A) psychopathy
• B) Machiavellianism
• C) passive-aggression
• D) narcissism

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Definitions:

Neural Pruning

The process of eliminating unused neurons and synaptic connections in the brain to enhance the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Plasticity

The brain's ability to change and adapt as a result of experience or injury.

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around a nerve to allow nerve impulses to move more quickly.

Phenotype

The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.