The Similarities and Differences Between People Ultimately Are Caused By

question 135

Multiple Choice

The similarities and differences between people ultimately are caused by:

• A) their biology.
• B) their behaviors.
• C) their culture.
• D) the interaction between cultural and genetic influences.

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Definitions:

Type A Characteristics

Personality traits including competitiveness, impatience, and a sense of urgency, often linked to stress and heart disease.

Hyperarousal

A condition of increased psychological and physiological tension marked by such effects as reduced pain tolerance, anxiety, and exaggerated startle reflex.

Competitiveness

The characteristic of being eager to be more successful than others, often measured in terms of winning or outperforming rivals in an activity or market.

Hostility

A state of opposition or antagonism, often manifesting in aggression or resentment towards others.