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Arii_bell

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What is another name for a proband?
 
  a. carrier
  b. index case
  c. identical twin
  d. fraternal twin

Question 2

Most theories developed by behavior geneticists to pin down genetic explanations for abnormal behavior assume that mental disorders are most likely
 
  a. polygenic; that is, caused by a single gene.
  b. polygenic; that is, caused by multiple genes.
  c. autosomal; that is, caused by a single gene.
  d. autosomal; that is, caused by multiple genes.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b.



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