Regarding the comparison of identical twins reared together and apart,which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) The IQs of some separated twins differ by as much as 20 points when the twins grow up with big educational and environmental differences.
B) Being placed in homes socially and educationally similar to their biological parents tends to inflate apparent genetic effects by making separated twins' IQs more alike.
C) The IQ of identical twins reared apart is inflated by the fact that identical twins develop in the same prenatal environment.
D) Psychologists who emphasize genetics believe that the correlations between identical twins show that adult intelligence is roughly 80 percent hereditary.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q104: Regarding identical and fraternal twins,which of the
Q107: Regarding the twin studies on intelligence,twins who
Q306: Which of the following comparisons would be
Q307: The main technique for estimating how much
Q309: Compared to adopted children who grow up
Q312: In studies of families with one biological
Q317: As the degree of genetic similarity declines,
Q319: Regarding the effects of socioeconomic status (SES),
Q396: The correlation of IQs between identical twins
Q398: The IQs of fraternal twins reared together
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents