If a score for a characteristic is divided into its different causes researchers are typically assessing the _____ due each of the causes of that score.

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The percentage of variance refers to the amount of variation in a characteristic score that can be attributed to specific causes such as genetics or environment. Therefore, when researchers divide a score into its different causes, they are assessing the percentage of variance due to each of those causes. Choices A and B refer specifically to the relationship between genetics and environment, and choice D does not accurately reflect the process described in the question.

If a Score for a Characteristic Is Divided into Its