Which of the following is inconsistent with the idea that there is a hereditary component in the development of intelligence?
A) more highly correlated intelligence scores for identical than fraternal twins
B) greater similarity of intelligence scores between adopted children and their biological parents than with their adoptive parents
C) more highly correlated intelligence scores for full siblings than half-siblings who share only one parent
D) a positive correlation between intelligence scores of adopted children and their adoptive parents

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Choice D is inconsistent with the idea of a hereditary component in the development of intelligence because it suggests that intelligence can be influenced by environmental factors, such as being raised by intelligent adoptive parents, rather than genetics. The other choices (A, B, and C) support the idea of a hereditary component in intelligence, as they demonstrate a stronger correlation between intelligence scores for individuals who share more genetic material.

Which of the Following Is Inconsistent with the Idea That