If the Correlation for Pairs of Identical Twins on Trait

question 44

Multiple Choice

If the correlation for pairs of identical twins on Trait X is +.80 and the correlation for pairs of fraternal twins on this same trait is +.70, we could conclude that this attribute is most heavily influenced by

• A) the genes individuals have inherited
• B) nonshared environmental influences
• C) shared environmental influences
• D) the goodness of fit between child temperament and parenting practices

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