Which of the Following Conclusions About the Genetics of Alcohol

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conclusions about the genetics of alcohol abuse and dependence can be legitimately drawn from adoption studies?

• A) Genetics do not play a very significant role.
• B) There appears to be a strong association with antisocial personality traits.
• C) Being reared by an alcoholic parent can fully account for the known risk.
• D) There is too much inconsistency in the studies to allow us to draw any conclusions.