In the Context of Behavioral Genetics, Identify the Correct Statement

question 14

Multiple Choice

In the context of behavioral genetics, identify the correct statement.

• A)Heredity refers to the transmission of non-biological cultural factors from one generation to another.
• B)Heredity is apparently involved in psychological disorders ranging from anxiety and depression to personality disorders.
• C)Heredity does not play a role in substance abuse and self-esteem.
• D)Heredity factors include environmental factors such as the social environment of an individual.

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Definitions:

Credit Histories

Records that document an individual's or company's past borrowing and repaying behaviors, including information on late payments and bankruptcy.

Moral Hazard

The situation in which one party engages in risky behavior knowing that it is protected against the risk because another party will incur the cost.

Adverse Selection

A situation where asymmetric information leads to the selection of undesirable alternatives in transactions.

Efficient Outcomes

Situations in economics where resources are allocated in a way that maximizes the net benefit to society, meaning no individual can be made better off without making someone else worse off.