How Would You Classify the Genetic Basis for Most Behavioral

question 46

Multiple Choice

How would you classify the genetic basis for most behavioral traits in the animal kingdom?

• A) One gene typically codes for one behavior.
• B) One gene typically codes for many behaviors.
• C) Many genes typically code for one behavior.
• D) Behaviors are learned, not coded by genes.

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Definitions:

Emotional Regulation

The process by which individuals influence which emotions they feel, when they feel them, and how they express and experience them.

Primary Prevention

Actions that change overall background conditions to prevent some unwanted event or circumstance, such as injury, disease, or abuse.

Secondary Prevention

Actions that avert harm in a high-risk situation, such as using seat belts in cars.

Child Maltreatment

Refers to the abuse and neglect of children by parents or other caregivers, resulting in potential or actual harm to the child's health, survival, development or dignity.