Research in Behavioral Genetics Has Shown That Identical Twins Reared

question 35

Multiple Choice

Research in behavioral genetics has shown that identical twins reared apart often have similar personality traits. This result suggests that _____ contribute(s) to personality.

• A)genetic inheritance
• B)environmental factors
• C)both genetic inheritance and environmental factors
• D)neither genetic inheritance nor environmental factors

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Definitions:

Familiarity Effect

A phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.

Just-World Effect

The cognitive bias to believe that the world is fundamentally fair, leading people to rationalize an undeserved, negative experience by the victim.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state where an individual experiences discomfort due to holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes, leading to an alteration in one of the conflicting elements.