Timothy is a quiet six-year-old who is usually withdrawn in class. As a result, he does not receive much attention from his peers and mostly plays by himself. According to Sandra Scarr, this is an example of a(n):
A) passive genotype-environment correlation.
B) active (niche-picking) genotype-environment correlation.
C) gene * environment (G * E) interaction.
D) evocative genotype-environment correlation.

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An evocative genotype-environment correlation occurs when an individual's genetically influenced traits elicit certain types of responses from others. Timothy's quiet and withdrawn nature leads to less attention from peers, illustrating this concept.

Timothy Is a Quiet Six-Year-Old Who Is Usually Withdrawn in Class