Heritability Estimates Are Calculated by ______

question 39

Multiple Choice

Heritability estimates are calculated by ______.

• A) comparing the similarity of monozygotic and dizygotic twins
• B) correlating the presence of specific genes with traits in a population
• C) manipulating the social environment in which dizygotic twins are raised
• D) administering hormones to one twin in a monozygotic pair

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Definitions:

Physiological Response

The body's automatic reaction to a stimulus, which can include changes in heart rate, breathing, perspiration, and other bodily functions.

Situation Cues

Elements in the environment that can influence individuals' perceptions and behaviors in specific contexts.

Neutral Faces

Facial expressions that do not display any clear emotion and are often used as a control in studies on emotion and facial recognition.

Socialization

The process through which individuals learn skills, knowledge, values, motives, and roles appropriate to their positions in a group or society.