Parents often interact differently with each sibling,and siblings interact differently with parents.Even these experiences occurring within the family can be part of the _____ of siblings.
A)shared environment
B)nonshared environment
C)shared genes
D)nonshared genes

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The nonshared environment refers to experiences that are unique to each individual within a family, which can include differences in parent-sibling interactions. This contributes to the individual differences within siblings. The shared environment (A) refers to experiences that are common to all siblings within a family, such as growing up in the same household with the same parents. Shared genes (C) refer to the genetic similarities between siblings that can also contribute to similarities and differences between siblings. Nonshared genes (D) refer to the genetic differences between siblings that can also contribute to differences between siblings.

Parents Often Interact Differently with Each Sibling,and Siblings Interact Differently