What Might Explain the Difference in Heritability Coefficients Between Twin

question 14

Multiple Choice

What might explain the difference in heritability coefficients between twin and non-twin studies?

• A) increased measurement error in non-twin studies
• B) the presence of interactive genetic effects
• C) the greater statistical power of twin studies
• D) the rarity of non-twin studies

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