Which Method for Studying Genetic Influences Fails to Control for the Possible

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which method for studying genetic influences fails to control for the possible effect of sharing a common environment?

• A) Family history or pedigree method
• B) Adoption method
• C) Association studies
• D) Linkage analysis

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