The Textbook Discusses the Famous Minnesota Twin Project

question 35

Multiple Choice

The textbook discusses the famous Minnesota Twin Project.Which of the following would best describe a conclusion that could be drawn from this study?

• A) Twins are more likely to experience a shared environment than a nonshared environment.
• B) Monozygotic twins are more likely to experience a shared environment than are dizygotic twins.
• C) There are more similarities among biological relatives than among adoptive relatives.
• D) There are more similarities between monozygotic twins than between dizygotic twins.

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Definitions:

Transtheoretical Model

A theory of behavior change that outlines five stages individuals move through when modifying behavior, from precontemplation to maintenance.

Relapse

The recurrence of a disease or symptoms after a period of improvement.

Maintenance Stage

The phase in behavior change models where individuals work to sustain their newly adopted healthier behaviors over time.

Action Stage

A phase in the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change where individuals actively implement behavior changes towards a goal.