__________ refers to differences in experiences that are based in part on genetic variations among different people.

A. Epigenesis
B. Distal influence
C. Gene-environment correlation
D. Gene-environment interaction


Answer: C

Psychology

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Peggy lifted a heavy box. As a result of the increased muscle tension, she will have activation of _____.

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