Research Reported in the Textbook Suggests That an Example of Reactive-Genotype-Environment

question 21

Multiple Choice

Research reported in the textbook suggests that an example of reactive-genotype-environment correlation is supported by evidence that

• A) more aggressive children who are raised by firm but supportive parents are less aggressive as adults.
• B) children at risk for antisocial behavior are more aggressive than children not at risk, and they are more likely to elicit negative reactions in their parents.
• C) children not at risk for antisocial behavior can exhibit considerable aggressive behavior after only one year in an aggressive family,
• D) certain gene variations invariably lead to increased aggression in children.

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