Which Statement Concerning Twin Studies Is Accurate

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning twin studies is accurate?

• A)The value of twin studies involves the ability to determine incidence rates in the greater population.
• B)The value of twin studies involves the ability to account for the placebo effect.
• C)The value of twin studies involves the ability to detect deception in responding.
• D)The value of twin studies involves the ability to evaluate the influence of heredity and environment.

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Definitions:

Rival Consumption

A situation where one person's consumption of a good reduces the ability of another person to consume the same good.

Nonexcludable

A characteristic of a good or service indicating that it is not possible to prevent non-paying customers from accessing it.

Excludable

A property of a good whereby it is possible to prevent individuals from enjoying the good unless they pay for it.

Public Good

A good or service offered to every member of a society for free, provided by either governmental bodies or private entities or individuals, without seeking to make a profit.