Which of the following research results would provide the strongest evidence for the belief that criminal behavior has a genetic component?

a. A larger percentage of MZ twin pairs display the same degree of criminality
b. A larger percentage of DZ twin pairs display the same degree of criminality
c. Equal percentages of MZ and DZ twin pairs display the same degree of criminality
d. The degree of criminality among twin pairs is similar to that found among non-twin siblings


Answer: a

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