The Best Summary Statement to Characterize the Heritability of Intelligence

question 108

Multiple Choice

The best summary statement to characterize the heritability of intelligence is that

• A)environmental factors only minimally affect intelligence.
• B)genetic factors only minimally affect intelligence.
• C)genetic factors account for about half of the variation in intelligence test scores among individuals.
• D)genetic factors account for about 90% of the variation in intelligence test scores among individuals.

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Definitions:

Emotional Support

Assistance provided through empathy, concern, and encouragement to help individuals manage and express their emotions.

Reinforcer

Anything that follows a response and strengthens it or increases the probability that it will occur.

Behavior Frequency

The number of times a specific behavior is exhibited over a designated period, often used as a measure in behavioral studies.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce anxiety or fear towards a particular object or situation by gradually increasing exposure to the anxiety-provoking stimulus.