The Quantitative Study of Relative Hereditary and Environmental Influences on Behavior

question 42

Multiple Choice

The quantitative study of relative hereditary and environmental influences on behavior is called

• A)genetic testing.
• B)qualitative genetic research.
• C)cognitive genetics.
• D)behavioral genetics.

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Definitions:

Marginal Decision Rule

A principle in economics used to determine the optimal level of an activity; actions should be taken up to the point where marginal benefits equal marginal costs.

Marginal Revenue

Increment in income from the sale of one more product or service unit.

Economic Profit

The difference between total revenue and total costs, including both explicit and implicit costs, often indicating the degree of profitability.

Marginal Decision Rule

A principle stating that an action should be taken if and only if the marginal benefits exceed the marginal costs.