Which statement is true about temperament?
a. It has only been a topic of study in the last decade; before this, psychologists thought that infants were similar in emotionality.
b. It has only been assessed using cross-sectional methods.
c. It is considered to have a biological basis.
d. It has been defined by the same dimensions and measured the same way by various researchers.
Answer: C
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If John has schizophrenia, how likely is it that his monozygotic twin brother will also have schizophrenia?
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regulation. a. high expectations b. a neglecting parenting style c. high SES d. good work ethics
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