Research Exploring the Heritability of Personality Traits Has Found Evidence

question 12

Multiple Choice

Research exploring the heritability of personality traits has found evidence that many different behavioral tendencies seem to have a genetic influence. According to your authors, which of the following behaviors have been explored for their genetic influence?

• A) willingness to move to a different country for work
• B) tendency to prefer a motorcycle to a car
• C) amount of time spent watching television
• D) preference for coffee versus tea

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Definitions:

Brain Activity

The functioning or responses of the brain, including neural, chemical, and electrical actions.

Gamma Waves

Brainwave frequencies above 30 Hz, associated with consciousness, attention, learning, and problem-solving.

Neurotransmitter Inhibitors

Substances or drugs that hinder the release, synthesis, or function of neurotransmitters, affecting communication between nerve cells.

Synaptic Gap

A tiny interval between neurons at a synapse, facilitating the transfer of an electrical or chemical signal.