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Asked by Isabelle Perez on Jun 03, 2024

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Which statement does NOT accurately describe the findings from adoption studies and IQ

A)  Adopted children show some resemblance to their foster parents in IQ. 
B)  Siblings reared together are more similar in IQ than siblings reared apart. 
C)  Entirely unrelated children who are raised in the same home have no similarities in IQ. 
D)  Research with adopted children provides useful evidence about the impact of experience as well as heredity.

Adoption Studies

Research methods that compare genetically related individuals raised apart with those raised together to understand the influence of genetics and environment.

Resemblance

The degree of similarity or likeness between two persons, objects, or concepts.

IQ

Intelligence Quotient, a measure of a person's intellectual abilities in relation to their age group.

  • Analyze findings from adoption and twin studies to infer the role of genetics and environment in IQ.
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Zybrea KnightJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
This statement is not accurate. Research has shown that even entirely unrelated children who are raised in the same home share some similarities in IQ. This could be due to shared environmental factors such as similar parenting styles or exposure to the same educational opportunities.

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