The idea that nongenetic factors can influence how genes behave is referred to as "polygenic" influences
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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A major reason cited by the textbook for the importance of cross-cultural research is that
it a. can test the generality of research results across cultures. b. can teach us to appreciate the problems faced by other cultures. c. can draw us closer together as members of the human family. d. provides insight into how to solve our own social and cultural problems. e. can teach other cultures about research in our own culture.
Explain the multiple choice format. What are the components of a multiple choice item? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the multiple choice format? Make up a multiple choice question to use as your example.
What will be an ideal response?
Whose mother most likely took thalidomide while pregnant?
A. Dean, who has a heart defect B. Martin, who has deformed arms and legs C. Jerry, who is deaf D. Lewis, who is severely intellectually disordered
Based on the heritability studies cited in the text, the appropriate conclusion to draw is that:
a. genes are important in physical development, but not in cognitive and personality development b. genes are important in physical and cognitive development but not in personality development c. genes play only a minor role in human development, regardless of the domain in question d. genes play a significant role in human development of a wide range of human traits and behaviors