Which of the Following Statements About the Effect of Genetics

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the effect of genetics on intelligence is TRUE?

• A) Studies of fraternal and identical twins suggest a low correlation between genetics and intelligence.
• B) The influence of genetics is much greater than that of the environment.
• C) Most studies of genetics and environment include radically different environments.
• D) There are about 100 genes with significant influence on intelligence.

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