Chandra, a young adult, was interested in a career in research and decided to pursue it. She was very successful academically. She realized that she missed social interaction, so she decided to teach biology to high school students. The moment she entered her classroom, she knew that it was where she belonged. Which of the following terms best explains Chandra's development?

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Active genotype-environment correlation refers to situations where an individual's genetic tendencies lead them to seek out environments that allow them to express those tendencies. In Chandra's case, her interest and success in research (a reflection of her genetic predispositions) led her to pursue a career that not only aligned with her academic strengths but also fulfilled her need for social interaction, indicating an active role in choosing an environment that matched her innate preferences.

Chandra, a Young Adult, Was Interested in a Career in Research