Which Statement Regarding the Role of Genes on Human Behavior

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the role of genes on human behavior is accurate?

• A)In general, a single gene drives behavior and small differences in auxiliary genes modify that behavior.
• B)Typically, one to two particular genes drive specific patterns of human behavior.
• C)Small differences in a cluster of genes typically drive specific behaviors.
• D)Genes play a negligible role in driving human behavior.

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Definitions:

Deferred Imitation

The ability to reproduce a behavior observed at an earlier time, even in the absence of the original stimulus or model.

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities, influencing how an individual understands and interacts with the world.

Echoic Memory

A component of sensory memory that allows individuals to retain audio information for short periods after the original sounds have ended.

Iconic Memory

The visual sensory memory register pertaining to the visual domain and a fast-decaying store of visual information.