Liam's Mother Reveals That Although She'd Never Hid from Him

question 43

Multiple Choice

Liam's mother reveals that although she'd never hid from him that he was adopted, she did hide that he had an identical twin brother in another province. As Liam, a gay man, tries to track his brother down, he wonders what the chances are that he will be gay as well. What is the probability?

• A) It is almost certain, as studies show that where one twin is gay, 93% of identical twins are both gay.
• B) It is very low, as studies show that where one twin is gay, 7% of identical twins are both gay.
• C) It's impossible to tell as there has been no research on siblings and sexual/affectational identity development.
• D) It is better than chance as studies show that where one twin is gay, 52% of identical twins are both gay.

---

Definitions:

Environmental Impact Statement

A document that provides a detailed analysis of the potential effects a proposed project or action may have on the environment, as required by law, before certain actions can proceed.

National Environmental Policy Act

A United States environmental law that promotes the enhancement of the environment and established the President's Council on Environmental Quality.

Truth in Lending Act

A federal law designed to protect consumers in credit transactions by requiring clear disclosure of key terms of the lending arrangement and all costs.

Bait-and-Switch

A deceptive marketing strategy where a merchant lures customers with the promise of a product or service but then switches to selling a different, often inferior, item.