Richie was born with exceptional intellectual aptitude, but his teachers are overworked and tend to ignore his attempts to participate in class. Which of the following is most likely given the relationship between genes and the environment?
A)Richie will develop a serious dependence on alcohol.
B) Richie will slowly lose interest in activities that showcase his intelligence.
C) Richie will increase his efforts to show off his intelligence.
D) Richie will be accepted to a top-level university and become a teacher himself.

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Richie's situation illustrates the concept of gene-environment interaction, where his innate intellectual abilities (genes) are not being nurtured by his environment (overworked teachers ignoring him). This lack of support and stimulation can lead to disengagement and a loss of interest in activities that would otherwise allow him to express and develop his intelligence.

Richie Was Born with Exceptional Intellectual Aptitude, but His Teachers