The Key Question in a Trend Study Is

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Multiple Choice

The key question in a trend study is

• A)whether maturation has invalidated the results.
• B)whether the measurements following the experimental treatment are a continuation of earlier patterns or mark a decisive change.
• C)whether a single random sample or a succession of samples has been used.
• D)how the behavior and attitudes of one respondent differ from those of another.
• E)all of these.

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Definitions:

Dizygotic

Referring to twins that are born from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells, resulting in siblings that are genetically as similar as any other brothers or sisters.

Canalized

A term referring to the limitation of the expression of genetic variability due to genetic or environmental influences, resulting in a trait that is shaped to follow a predictable pattern regardless of variations.

Genetic-Environment Correlations

The interaction between an individual's genetic makeup and their surrounding environment, influencing traits and behaviors.

Passive Correlation

A concept in behavioral genetics where an individual's traits result indirectly from the environment provided by their biological parents.