Three Identical Strangers

What scientific concept is illustrated by the story of 'Three Identical Strangers' in terms of nature vs. nurture?

• Genetic determinism

• Epigenetics

• Behavioral genetics

• Evolutionary biology

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In the context of 'Three Identical Strangers', which scientific field studies the influence of genetics and environment on human behavior?

• Neuroscience

• Behavioral genetics

• Anthropology

• Sociology

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Which experiment design is most similar to the situation described in 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• Double-blind study

• Longitudinal study

• Twin study

• Cross-sectional study

What is the primary ethical concern raised by the study involving the 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• Informed consent

• Data privacy

• Animal testing

• Environmental impact

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'heritability' as it relates to the 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• The proportion of variation in a trait attributable to genetic factors

• The ability to inherit physical traits from parents

• The transmission of genetic disorders

• The influence of environment on genetic expression

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In 'Three Identical Strangers', what scientific method was primarily used to study the triplets?

• Case study

• Survey

• Experiment

• Observation

What is the significance of epigenetics in the context of 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• It explains how identical genes can lead to different traits

• It shows how genes are passed from parents to offspring

• It describes the mutation of genes over time

• It focuses on the genetic code itself

Which psychological concept is highlighted by the different life outcomes of the 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• Cognitive dissonance

• Social learning theory

• Personality development

• Attachment theory

What type of data analysis would be most appropriate for studying the 'Three Identical Strangers'?

• Qualitative analysis

• Quantitative analysis

• Meta-analysis

• Descriptive statistics

In the study of the 'Three Identical Strangers', what role does the environment play in shaping behavior?

• It has no effect

• It is the sole determinant

• It interacts with genetic factors

• It is less important than genetics

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