Personality researchers sometimes examine the personalities of children who were adopted shortly after birth. They do this because
A) these children were likely raised in a very supportive, nurturing environment.
B) genetic and environmental influences are not confounded like they are when examining children raised by their biological parents.
C) extensive records of the child's health and early personality indicators are available.
D) the researchers want to know if adoption is traumatic for the children.

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By examining adopted children shortly after birth, researchers can separate genetic influences from environmental influences, as the children were not raised by their biological parents. This allows for a clearer understanding of how each factor contributes to personality development. Additionally, records of the child's early personality indicators are often available, making it easier to study their personality over time. The other choices, while potentially relevant to some studies, do not provide the same advantages as studying adopted children.

Personality Researchers Sometimes Examine the Personalities of Children Who Were