Whose opinion is best supported by the results of twin and adoption studies?
A) Aaron, who assumes heredity is solely responsible for behavioral development.
B) Baron, who believes heredity has a substantial, but not total influence on behavioral development.
C) Karen, who asserts that heredity has virtually no influence on development.
D) Sharon, who asserts that twin and adoption studies are too flawed to yield accurate information about the influence of genetics on development.

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The results of twin and adoption studies suggest that heredity has a substantial influence on behavioral development, but not a total influence. This is consistent with Baron's belief that genetics plays a significant role, but is not the only factor in development. Choices A and C are not supported by the evidence from these studies, while choice D dismisses the validity of the studies altogether.

Whose Opinion Is Best Supported by the Results of Twin