Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the DRD4 gene?
A) It is a temperament gene.
B) It is linked to behaviors that make up temperament (e.g., novelty seeking, fearfulness).
C) It is linked to brain systems that regulate attention, motivation, and reward.
D) One allele for this gene is associated with novelty-seeking in adults.

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The DRD4 gene is not accurately described as a "temperament gene." While it has been linked to behaviors that can influence temperament, such as novelty seeking, and to brain systems involved in attention, motivation, and reward, it is more accurately described in terms of its specific functions rather than broadly labeling it as a "temperament gene."

Which of the Following Is INCORRECT Regarding the DRD4 Gene