Twin Studies Indicate That

question 101

Multiple Choice

Twin studies indicate that

• A) there is a genetic basis for homosexuality in males as well as in females.
• B) identical male twins are less likely to be concordant for homosexuality than are fraternal male twins.
• C) a male child whose older twin sisters are heterosexual is more likely to be homosexual.
• D) homosexual women are likely to have homosexual male relatives.
• E) early family environment is more important than genes for the development of homosexuality.

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Definitions:

Approach/Avoidance

This refers to the conflicting motivations or impulses toward and away from a particular object, task, or situation.

Double Approach/Avoidance

A conflict involving a choice between two goals, each with both appealing and unappealing aspects.

Avoidance/Avoidance

A conflict situation where an individual must choose between two negative or undesirable options, leading to stress or anxiety.

Approach/Approach

A conflict situation where an individual must choose between two desirable options or outcomes.