Question 1

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of gene-environment interaction in behavioral genetics?

Accepted Answer

A person with a genetic predisposition for musical ability excels after years of piano lessons.

Question 2

According to the Bioecological Theory, which of the following is an example of a mesosystem influence on a child's development?

Accepted Answer

The relationship between the child's parents and their teacher.

Question 3

Which prenatal diagnostic test is considered invasive and carries a risk of miscarriage?

Accepted Answer

Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)

Question 4

A researcher is studying the effects of teratogens on fetal development. Which of the following best describes a teratogen?

Accepted Answer

An environmental agent that can cause harm to a developing fetus.

Question 5

Which stage of prenatal development is most vulnerable to teratogens affecting organ formation?

Accepted Answer

Embryonic stage

Question 6

A newborn is tested for the rooting reflex. Which of the following best describes this reflex?

Accepted Answer

The baby turns its head toward a touch on the cheek and begins to suck.

Question 7

Which of the following best explains the difference between Braxton Hicks contractions and true labor contractions?

Accepted Answer

True labor contractions lead to cervical dilation, while Braxton Hicks do not.

Question 8

A child is born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Which of the following is most likely a characteristic of FAS?

Accepted Answer

Distinct facial features and cognitive impairments.

Question 9

Which of the following best describes polygenic inheritance?

Accepted Answer

Multiple genes contribute to a single trait.

Question 10

A couple is concerned about the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Which of the following is a recommended strategy to reduce this risk?

Accepted Answer

Placing the baby on its back to sleep.

Question 11

Which of the following best illustrates passive gene-environment interaction?

Accepted Answer

Parents who are avid readers provide many books, and their child inherits a love of reading.

Question 12

During which stage of childbirth does the delivery of the baby occur?

Accepted Answer

Stage 2 (delivery)

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of pleiotropic inheritance?

Accepted Answer

A single gene affects both skin color and eye color.

Question 14

A newborn is able to distinguish between different tastes and prefers sweet flavors. This ability is best described as:

Accepted Answer

An innate sensory capability present at birth.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the difference between genotype and phenotype?

Accepted Answer

Genotype is the genetic makeup, phenotype is the observable trait.

Question 16

A woman undergoes amniocentesis during pregnancy. What is the primary purpose of this procedure?

Accepted Answer

To obtain a sample of amniotic fluid for genetic testing.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the concept of heritability?

Accepted Answer

The proportion of a trait in a population that is due to genetic differences.

Question 18

A researcher finds that adopted children are more similar in intelligence to their biological parents than to their adoptive parents. This finding supports which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The influence of genetics on intelligence.

Question 19

Which of the following is a critical period in prenatal development?

Accepted Answer

The time when organogenesis occurs.

Question 20

A newborn's ability to see, smell, and hear at birth is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Present but not fully developed.

Foundations of Developmental Psychology: Genetics, Prenatal Development, and Early Life

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