Some Developmentalists Doubt the Scientific Value of Behavioral Genetics Research

question 113

Multiple Choice

Some developmentalists doubt the scientific value of behavioral genetics research because

• A)it relies heavily on data from twin and family studies.
• B)it could lead to a society of genetically "perfect" humans.
• C)it attempts to distinguish influences that are indivisible.
• D)it proposes that human genes can influence their experiences.

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Definitions:

Sponges

Simple aquatic animals with porous bodies through which water flows, known for their lack of organs and ability to filter feed.

Assimilation

Assimilation involves incorporating new information into existing cognitive schemas, a concept central to Piaget’s theory of cognitive development.

Existing Schemes

Cognitive structures or patterns of action and thought used to deal with experiences, according to Piaget's theory of cognitive development.