Laura and Celia Are Identical Twins

question 157

Multiple Choice

Laura and Celia are identical twins.They were adopted at birth by different families and raised in different environments.However,there are a lot of behavioral similarities between them.In the context of developmental psychology,which of the following best explains this phenomenon?

• A)Their similarities reflect the influence of nature on development.
• B)Their similarities are a result of differences in nurture.
• C)Their similarities reflect the opposition that nurture poses to nature.
• D)Their similarities prove that they were not affected by their genetic makeup.

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