Which Statement Is True Regarding the Effects of Genes and Environment

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding the effects of genes and environment on temperament and personality?

• A)Genes contribute little to no individual differences in temperament.
• B)Genes account for nearly all of the individual differences in temperament.
• C)Nonshared environmental influences contribute nothing to individual differences in temperament.
• D)The shared environment of the home does not appear to make siblings more similar in temperament or personality.

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Definitions:

Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that adversely affects functioning or development in adults.

Medications

Substances used for medical treatment, especially pharmaceutical drugs.

Inattention

A lack of focus or difficulty concentrating on tasks at hand, which can be symptomatic of various mental or psychological disorders.

Impulsivity

The tendency to act on urges and desires spontaneously and without adequate thought to the consequences.