In Considering the Relative Contributions of Genes and Environment,most Scientists

question 168

Multiple Choice

In considering the relative contributions of genes and environment,most scientists would agree that:

• A) environment plays the more important role in shaping behavior
• B) only genes shape behavior
• C) social context has little effect on behavior
• D) genes and environment interact to determine behavior

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Definitions:

Ecdysozoa

A group of protostome animals, including arthropods and nematodes, characterized by periodic shedding of their exoskeletons during growth.

Lophotrochozoa

A major group within the animal kingdom, which includes organisms that have either a lophophore for feeding or a trochophore larval stage in their development.

Deuterostomes

Animals characterized by the development of the anus from the first opening in the embryo, with humans and starfish as examples.

Metazoan

A multicellular organism of the kingdom Animalia, characterized by complex structures and systems that perform specific functions.