According to Behavioral Geneticists, Siblings Are Actually Quite Different from Each

question 105

Multiple Choice

According to behavioral geneticists, siblings are actually quite different from each other. Which of the following has not been used to explain this difference?

• A) Siblings only share a portion of their genes.
• B) Siblings may experience their family environment very differently.
• C) Siblings go through the pubertal transition at different times.
• D) Siblings may have very different experiences outside the family.

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Definitions:

Fear

A basic human emotion induced by a perceived threat, which causes a change in brain and body function.

Romantic Partner

An individual with whom one shares a significant romantic and often sexual relationship.

Best Friend

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