Which of the following statements regarding schizophrenia is FALSE?
A) Twin studies show a higher concordance rate for schizophrenia for identical twins than for fraternal twins.
B) Schizophrenia shows a concordance rate in identical twins of approximately 70 percent.
C) Adoption studies show higher concordance rates with biological parents than with adoptive parents.
D) Relatives who are direct relatives of a person diagnosed with schizophrenia are at greater risk for developing the disorder.
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