Which of the Following Is NOT a Misconception About Genetic

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a misconception about genetic influence on behavior?

• A) If a disorder has a strong genetic influence, environmental factors are unimportant.
• B) Many genetic effects on psychological characteristics increase with age.
• C) Disorders that run in families are genetically based.
• D) Genetic research strategies are of no use for studying environmental influences.

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Definitions:

1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclobutane

1,1,3,3-Tetramethylcyclobutane is a chemical compound featuring a cyclobutane ring substituted with methyl groups at positions 1 and 3.

Monochlorination Products

Products resulting from the introduction of one chlorine atom into an organic molecule, typically achieved through a free radical chlorination reaction.

3,4-Dimethylhexane

A branched alkane with the formula C8H18, identified by its specific arrangement of methyl groups at the third and fourth carbon atoms.

Carbanion

A negatively charged ion (anion) that contains a carbon atom bearing three bonds and one lone pair of electrons, making it very reactive.