Asked by Jennifer Ayala on Apr 26, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT indicated by a heritability statistic?

A) whether genetic factors play some role in shaping individual differences
B) whether the etiology of certain conditions such as mental retardation is environmental
C) whether genes and environments interact to produce behavior
D) how much variability in a trait is due to nonshared environmental factors

Heritability Statistic

A measure in genetics that indicates how much of a trait's variation within a population can be attributed to genetic differences.

Genetic Factors

Genetic factors are hereditary influences determined by one's DNA that can affect various aspects of physical and psychological traits.

Environmental Factors

External elements like climate, terrain, and human activities that influence living organisms and the ecosystem.

  • Acquire knowledge on the concept of heritability and the process involved in its computing.
  • Acquire knowledge about the roles of genetics and environmental influences in determining behavior.
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JaQuilla RobinsonApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Heritability statistics indicate the proportion of variance in a trait attributable to genetic differences among individuals in a population. They do not directly inform about the interaction between genes and environments in producing behavior; instead, they focus on the genetic contribution to trait variability.