Which of the following is TRUE about research on the role of heredity in intelligence?

A. It has been done mainly using adoption studies.
B. It has been done mainly using sibling studies.
C. It shows that heredity has a strong influence on intelligence.
D. It shows that heredity is a weak influence on intelligence.


Answer: C

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