The Fact That Identical Twins Have More Similar IQs Than

question 448

Multiple Choice

The fact that identical twins have more similar IQs than fraternal twins indicates that intelligence is strongly influenced by ___________, and the fact that twins raised together have more similar IQs than those raised apart ______________ also play an important role.

• A)the environment; also shows that environmental factors
• B)the environment; shows that genetics
• C)genetics; shows that environmental factors
• D)genetics; also shows that genetics

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Definitions:

Exposure Effect

The psychological phenomenon where repeated exposure to a stimulus increases an individual's preference for that stimulus.

Contrast Effect

A psychological phenomenon wherein the perception or judgment of something is influenced by the comparison with something else, often leading to exaggeration of differences.

Appeal to Fear

A persuasive technique that attempts to influence people’s behavior by making them feel afraid of the consequences of not taking a particular action.

Feared Consequence

The anticipated negative outcome that one believes will occur as a result of certain actions or events.