Asked by
Sarah Marks
on Oct 14, 2024Verified
According to twin and adoption studies,family life has its strongest influence on intelligence during which period?
A) Infancy
B) Toddlerhood
C) Early childhood
D) Middle childhood
Twin Studies
Research designs in psychology and genetics that compare the similarities and differences between monozygotic and dizygotic twins to understand the influence of genetics and environment.
Adoption Studies
Research that examines the similarities and differences in traits between adopted children and their biological and adoptive families to understand the effects of genetics versus environment.
Intelligence
The ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and use knowledge to adapt to new situations.
- Appreciating the role of environmental and genetic factors on intelligence.
Verified Answer
DN
Learning Objectives
- Appreciating the role of environmental and genetic factors on intelligence.