When parents see something in a child, such as early vocalization, and respond to it with, for example, extra time vocalizing to the child, this is a ____________ genotype-environment correlation.

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Reactive genotype-environment correlation occurs when the child's behavior elicits a response from the environment or the parents. In this case, the child's early vocalization elicits more vocalization from the parents, which is a reactive response. Passive genotype-environment correlation occurs when the genes of the parents are passed down to the child, and the child's environment reflects the genes of the parents, which is not applicable in this scenario. Logical and respondent are not correct terms for this type of correlation.

When Parents See Something in a Child, Such as Early