Which of the following is an example of a passive genotype-environment correlation?
A) Uncooperative, distractible children receive more unpleasant and disciplinary action from parents and teachers.
B) Outgoing children tend to seek out social contexts in which to interact with people.
C) Parents who have a genetic predisposition to be musically inclined encourage their children to learn how to play a musical instrument.
D) Infants who smile more receive more attention from individuals in their social environment.

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In a passive genotype-environment correlation, parents provide both genes and environment to their children, without the child's active involvement. Musically inclined parents encouraging their children to learn music is an example of this, as the environment (musical encouragement) is provided by the parents who also pass on their genetic predisposition.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Passive