Evocative gene-environment correlations are ______.
A) those in which the child's phenotype influences the reactions of others
B) those that emphasize the role of memory in child behavior training
C) ways in which anecdotes about the child lead others to form hypotheses about the child's future behavior
D) the ways in which children are genetically similar to their parents

Question

Evocative gene-environment correlations are ______.
A) those in which the child's phenotype influences the reactions of others
B) those that emphasize the role of memory in child behavior training
C) ways in which anecdotes about the child lead others to form hypotheses about the child's future behavior
D) the ways in which children are genetically similar to their parents

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Evocative gene-environment correlations refer to situations where a child's genetic traits evoke particular reactions or responses from others in their environment, which in turn can shape the child's development. For example, a child who is naturally outgoing and sociable may receive more positive social interactions from their peers and caregivers, which reinforces and encourages their outgoing behavior. Similarly, a child with a genetic predisposition for aggression may elicit more negative responses from others, which can exacerbate or reinforce their aggressive tendencies.

Evocative Gene-Environment Correlations Are ______