Which Statement About Genes and Behavior Is False

question 226

Multiple Choice

Which statement about genes and behavior is false?

• A) Most behaviors involve many genes that function in cascades.
• B) Gene cascades offer opportunities for simple genetic changes to alter complex behaviors.
• C) Changes in single genes can influence the behavior of an animal and ultimately its fitness.
• D) Most behaviors involve certain genes that influence a whole range of other genes.
• E) There is no evidence that variants of single genes influence human behavior.

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Definitions:

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched, a concept crucial in the development of infants.

Fixation Time

The duration for which one's gaze remains on a single location or object.

Object Reference

In computing, it's a reference that points to a location in memory where the data for an object is stored.

Imprinting

A rapid learning process that occurs early in an animal's life, where it forms attachments and recognizes patterns.