Which of the Following Is a Misconception About Genetics and Behavior

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a misconception about genetics and behavior?

• A) The influence of genetics on behavior disappears as we get older.
• B) Just because a disorder runs in families does not mean genetics are the reason.
• C) Genetic research strategies provide useful tests of the influence of the environment on behavior.
• D) Genetics influence behavior by making the person more or less susceptible to environmental influences.

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