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QuizMultiple Choice

Biological Perspective

Question 10 • SHS Alt Psychology S2 - 2021

In 1988,a research study was conducted on twins reared apart and twins reared together, resulting in the support of genetic influence on personality. What was this study called?

Answer
A
the Family Study
B
the Minnesota Twin Study
C
the Mississippi Study
D
the Genetic Study

Explanation

The 1988 research on twins reared apart and twins reared together was the Minnesota Twin Study, also known as the Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart. It compared similarities in personality among identical twins who grew up in different environments with those raised together, supporting a genetic influence. The correct choice is “the Minnesota Twin Study.”

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