Which Statement Best Exemplifies the Basic Premise of Behavioral Genetics

question 154

Multiple Choice

Which statement best exemplifies the basic premise of behavioral genetics?

• A) "Your personality is all in your genes"
• B) "Your personality is all in your environment"
• C) "People are either very open to new experiences or avoid new experiences at all costs"
• D) "Openness to new experience is not an either/or proposition, but represents a wide range of reactions"

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Definitions:

Verbal Responses

Verbal responses are spoken reactions or replies to stimuli, questions, or interactions, playing a crucial role in communication and therapy.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another from their perspective.

Implicit Messages

Information conveyed indirectly, through suggestion or understanding rather than explicit statements.

Client's Feelings

The emotions or affective states expressed by individuals receiving therapy or counseling.