Tom and Mike Are Brothers

question 19

Multiple Choice

Tom and Mike are brothers.Tom is above average in mental ability whereas Mike is average.If their experiences are consistent with the research on the effects of genetics on environmental events,which of the following would most likely be true?

• A) Their parents would be more responsive to Tom.
• B) Teachers would be more responsive to Mike.
• C) Mike would have more friends than Tom.
• D) Mental ability does not affect interactions with parents, teachers, and peers.

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Definitions:

Dizygotic Twins

Twins that arise from the separate fertilization of two eggs; commonly known as fraternal twins. Compare with monozygotic twins.

Fraternal Twins

Twins that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm, resulting in siblings that are genetically distinct.

Extraembryonic Membrane

Membranes forming outside the embryo that support its development, including the yolk sac, amnion, chorion, and allantois in vertebrates.

Keeps Embryo Moist

A function of the amniotic egg or other structures in various organisms to prevent desiccation of the embryo in a terrestrial environment.