Children who have disorder X and were adopted at birth are studied to determine the degree of genetic contribution to disorder X. Which of the following results is most likely to support the hypothesis of genetic influence in the etiology of disorder X?
A) The rate of the disorder in these adopted children is the same as in the general population.
B) The rate of the disorder is greater in the biological siblings of these children than in adoptive siblings.
C) The rate of the disorder is greater in the adoptive siblings of these children than in their biological siblings.
D) The rate of the disorder is the same in the biological and adoptive siblings of these children.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q41: The genetic code is the basis for
Q42: The genetic code on DNA is made
Q43: Many complex human characteristics, such as intelligence
Q44: Tom has been diagnosed with a particular
Q45: In twin studies, genetic influence is suggested
Q47: Results from behavior genetic research suggest that
Q48: Which of the following are two major
Q49: The term _ refers to differential sensitivity
Q50: Adopted children are more likely to have
Q51: The term _ refers to genetic differences
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents