If the Correlation for a Trait Is

question 145

Multiple Choice

If the correlation for a trait is .75 for monozygotic twins, .55 for siblings, .23 for cousins, and .11 for genetically unrelated adopted siblings, what could you conclude regarding the contribution of heredity and environment?

• A)Heredity plays no role in the trait.
• B)Environment plays no role in the trait.
• C)Heredity is a prime contributor to the trait, but environment also plays a role.
• D)Environment is the prime contributor to the trait, with heredity making only a minor contribution.

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