In His Analysis of Scientists from History, Frank Sulloway Underscores

question 15

Multiple Choice

In his analysis of scientists from history, Frank Sulloway underscores the significance of birth order in the family. Which of the following statements best captures his central finding?

• A) Later-borns tend to be more rebellious and open to experience than first-borns
• B) Later-borns tend to be more conscientious and agreeable than first-borns
• C) First-borns tend to show higher levels of neuroticism than later-borns
• D) There is no difference in behavior and traits based on birth order

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