Suppose That a Researcher Finds That Monozygotic Twins Reared Together

question 150

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a researcher finds that monozygotic twins reared together in the same home show differences with respect to intelligence.What do those differences indicate about the role of environmental and genetic factors in the development of that trait?

• A)Environmental factors have more influence than genetic factors.
• B)Genetic factors have more influence than environmental factors.
• C)Both genetics and environmental factors contribute equally.
• D)Genetic factors are solely responsible.

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Definitions:

Link Method

A memory technique where you visualize items to be remembered in a way that they are linked together by a story or association.

Method of Loci

A mnemonic strategy of memory enhancement which uses visualizations with the use of spatial memory, familiar information about one's environment, to quickly and efficiently recall information.

Acrostic Method

A mnemonic device that uses the first letters of words in a list to form a sentence or phrase, aiding in memory retention.

Memory Accuracy

The degree to which remembered details match the actual events that occurred.