Which Term Refers to the Process by Which Genes Are

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to the process by which genes are turned on or off by cellular material?

• A)stress
• B)diathesis
• C)epigenetics
• D)polygenics

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Definitions:

Unambiguous Predictions

Clear, precise, and easily interpretable forecasts that leave little to no room for multiple interpretations or ambiguity.

Falsifiable

A criterion for a theory or hypothesis that it can be proven wrong by observable data or experiment.

Correlation

A measure indicating the extent to which two or more variables fluctuate together, which can be positive, negative, or zero (no correlation).

Demand Characteristics

Cues in an experiment that suggest to participants what behavior is expected, potentially influencing the outcomes of that experiment.