Research Demonstrates That in the United States,compared to Children with Siblings,only

question 77

Multiple Choice

Research demonstrates that in the United States,compared to children with siblings,only children __________.

• A) differ significantly in self-rated personality traits
• B) are lower in achievement motivation
• C) tend to be better accepted in the peer group
• D) are higher in self-esteem

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Definitions:

Dominant Inheritance

A pattern of genetic inheritance where only one copy of a gene from one parent is needed to express a certain trait, often overshadowing the other non-dominant gene.

Normal Behavior

actions or reactions of an individual or group that are considered typical or expected within a specific culture or society.

Recessive

A genetic characteristic that is expressed in an organism's phenotype only when two copies of the gene responsible for the trait are present.

Phenotype

The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.