Studies of Temperament in Twins Have Found That

question 44

Multiple Choice

Studies of temperament in twins have found that

• A)fraternal twins are more alike in temperament than identical twins.
• B)identical twins are more alike in temperament than fraternal twins.
• C)there are no differences in the degree of similarity in temperament in fraternal and identical twins.
• D)heredity does not seem to influence temperament.

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Definitions:

Study Participation

Involves individuals willingly taking part in research to contribute to knowledge, which can range from filling out questionnaires to being part of experimental treatments.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior or increases the likelihood of its repetition.

Unpleasant Stimulus

A negative or harmful stimulus that causes discomfort or aversion, often used in psychology to study learning, memory, and behavior conditioning.

Desired Behavior

A specific pattern of action that an individual or group aims to achieve or exhibit.