Jasper and Luke are identical twins who grew up in the same stable home environment along with a younger brother and sister. As adults, they are both successful entrepreneurs with thriving retail businesses. What can we assume about their chosen professions?
A. Both were probably born with a genetic predisposition for the traits that lead to independence and success in business.
B. Their parents probably supported and rewarded them for independent and enterprising behaviors throughout their lives.
C. Being the oldest in the family helped them learn the skills needed for business success (i.e., being in charge of others).
D. We cannot be sure why they ended up with similar successful careers because nature and nurture influences were intermingled.
Answer: D
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