A Potential Flaw of Twin Studies Is That

question 131

Multiple Choice

A potential flaw of twin studies is that

• A)monozygotic twins do not always have identical genes.
• B)dizygotic twins do not have identical genes.
• C)parents may treat monozygotic twins more similarly than they treat dizygotic twins.
• D)parents may treat dizygotic twins more similarly than they treat monozygotic twins.

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Definitions:

Ethics

Principles that guide behavior in terms of what is morally right or wrong.

Deception

The act of misleading or falsely persuading others of a truth that is not actually the case.

Milgram

A psychologist known for his groundbreaking research on obedience, demonstrating how people are willing to follow orders that may conflict with their personal morals under authority pressure.

Participants

Individuals who take part in a study or experiment, often referred to as subjects, especially in research contexts.