Family and Twin Studies Examining the Rates of Autism Spectrum

question 36

Multiple Choice

Family and twin studies examining the rates of autism spectrum disorder have provided compelling evidence for a genetic influence in the development of the condition.In fact,the concordance rate of autism spectrum disorder was ______ in identical twins (Ronald & Hoekstra,2011) .

• A)24% to 28%,or maybe slightly less
• B)varying between 40% and 49%
• C)steady,at 50% to 55%
• D)76% to 88%,and possibly more

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Definitions:

Consolidated Retained Earnings

The accumulated net income of a company after dividends are paid, combined from all its divisions or subsidiaries.

Equity Method

An accounting technique used to reflect the investment in another company, typically applied when the investor has significant influence over the investee but does not fully control it.

Acquisition Differential

The excess of the cost of an acquired company over the fair value of its identifiable net assets at the time of acquisition.

Impairment Loss

The reduction in the recoverable value of an asset below its carrying amount, necessitating an adjustment on the financial statements.