The Influence of Multiple Genes on Behavior Is Referred to as

question 77

Multiple Choice

The influence of multiple genes on behavior is referred to as

• A) polygenic inheritance.
• B) molecular genetics.
• C) the dominant-recessive gene principle.
• D) eugenics.

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Definitions:

Gender Stereotype

Preconceived notions or generalizations about the attributes, characteristics, and roles of males and females in a society.

Sexual Orientation

The direction of one’s sexual interest—toward members of the opposite sex (heterosexuality), toward one’s own sex (homosexuality), or toward both sexes (bisexuality).

Multidimensional Approach

An analytical strategy that considers multiple factors and perspectives to understand a phenomenon or solve a problem.

Sandra Bem

A psychologist known for her work on gender roles and for developing the gender schema theory.