Lin works in a field that is concerned with the question of how much genes influence development. What is his field of study?

A. embryology
B. behavior genetics
C. developmental psychology
D. genetics


Answer: B

Psychology

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Based on the diathesis-stress model, which combination is associated with the highest potential for the development of schizophrenia?

a. A diathesis and high levels of life stress b. A diathesis and low levels of life stress c. Absence of a diathesis and high levels of life stress d. Absence of a diathesis and low levels of life stress e. A weak diathesis and a high level of stress

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a. multiple-baseline-across-behaviors b. multiple-baseline-across-subjects c. alternating-treatments d. changing-criterion

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Psychology