In Fragile X Syndrome

question 35

Multiple Choice

In fragile X syndrome,

• A) individuals overproduce the FMRP protein.
• B) females are more likely to be affected than males.
• C) the X chromosome has undergone a translocation.
• D) the mutated gene is located on the Y chromosome.
• E) the mutated site on the X chromosome leads to chromosomal breaks.

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Definitions:

Logical Arguments

Reasoning where premises are systematically connected to arrive at a justified conclusion.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience psychological discomfort when they hold two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas and are motivated to resolve this inconsistency.

Attribution Theory

The theory concerned with how individuals deduce the causes of their own and others' behavior.

Social Exchange Theory

The theory that our social behavior is an exchange process, the aim of which is to maximize benefits and minimize costs.