Parents' beliefs about their children's abilities have been shown to _____
a) have little effect on children's beliefs.
b) have less impact than cultural stereotypes.
c) predict their children's beliefs about their own ability.
d) be powerless in competing with media influences.
Answer: c
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a. genetic factors and experience interact to shape behavior. b. our cultural backgrounds exert a considerable influence over our behavior. c. motives and expectations can color our experiences. d. theoretical diversity is an important component in science.
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In which of the following countries are dizygotic twins most common?
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a. situational factors. b. their personal traits. c. the situations they are in. d. random chance and luck. e. what is on that person's mind.