Family, twin, and adoption studies can identify all of the following EXCEPT
A) whether a particular form of psychopathology is influenced by genes.
B) whether a particular form of psychopathology is influenced by the environment.
C) identification and location of a gene associated with psychopathology.
D) approximate degree of influence of genetics for a specific psychological disorder.

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Family, twin, and adoption studies can provide information about the influence of genetics and environment on psychopathology, as well as the approximate degree of genetic influence. However, they cannot directly identify or locate specific genes associated with psychopathology. For that, more specialized genetic research methods are needed such as genome-wide association studies.

Family, Twin, and Adoption Studies Can Identify All of the Following