Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Factors

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the factors that contribute to the height of a person (Select all that apply) ?

• A)Genes for height may be for enzymes involved in bone matrix formation.
• B)A child cannot be taller than her or his parents.
• C)Calcium and phosphorus are important in the diet because they become part of bone matrix.
• D)The absorption of calcium from food in the small intestine is facilitated by vitamin A.
• E)Vitamins C and D are important in the diet to become part of bone matrix.
• F)Either estrogen or testosterone will promote the closure of the epiphyseal discs of long bones.

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Definitions:

Self-Serving Bias

A common human tendency to attribute positive events to one's own character but attribute negative events to external factors.

Internal Attributions

The process of ascribing the cause of one's own or others' behavior to personal traits, dispositions, or abilities, rather than to external factors.

External Attributions

The process of inferring that a person's behavior is due to situational factors, rather than aspects of the individual themselves.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives and operates, including both natural and built environments.