Question 10 Although certain genes seem to be involved in personality, it is unlikely that researchers will be able to identify the influence of any specific gene. Why? Dispositions result from interactions among genes rather than from single genes. Genes account for very little variability in personality. Genes have more of an influence on personality in children than in adults. There are too many possible traits to be able to identify the specific gene underlying each one. 2 pts
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Some have suggested that specific genes are responsible for some very specific personality traits. One criticism of this model is that: there is no evidence, either from neuroimaging studies or twin studies, that genes play any role at all in personality traits. the most parsimonious explanations for personality traits are behavioral ones, noting that personality is a result of imitation, and not genetic influences. variations in single gene, interacting with other genes, can affect more than one aspect of personality. the effects of any one gene are highly specific, account for up to 90% of the personality trait it affects. Question 22 The textbook notes that some aspects of personality may involve the acquisition of phobic behaviors, which are a result of ________. classical conditioning latent learning observational learning operant conditioning
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