Joey Enjoys Playing the Devil's Advocate and Is Always Stirring

question 54

Multiple Choice

Joey enjoys playing the devil's advocate and is always stirring up discussions with his contrary positions. This ability is one aspect of:

• A) hypothetical thinking.
• B) social cognition.
• C) mutual perspective-taking.
• D) impression formation.

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Definitions:

Recessive Gene

A gene that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical or when the dominant allele is not present.

Chromosomal Pairs

The 23 pairs of linear DNA structures found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

Down Syndrome

A chromosomal abnormality characterized by intellectual disability and caused by an extra chromosome in the 21st pair.

Sex-linked Chromosomal Abnormalities

Genetic disorders that are determined by the genes located on the sex chromosomes (X or Y).