Laura and Celia are identical twins. They were adopted at birth by different families and raised in different environments. However, there are a lot of behavioral similarities between them. In the context of developmental psychology, which of the following best explains this phenomenon?

A) Their similarities reflect the influence of nature on development.

B) Their similarities are a result of differences in nature.

C) Their similarities reflect the opposition that nurture poses to the nature.

D) Their similarities prove that they were not affected by their genetic makeup.

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Juliana

Biology

12 June, 12:26

Laura and Celia are identical twins. They were adopted at birth by different families and raised in different environments. However, there are a lot of behavioral similarities between them. In the context of developmental psychology, which of the following best explains this phenomenon?

A) Their similarities reflect the influence of nature on development.

B) Their similarities are a result of differences in nature.

C) Their similarities reflect the opposition that nurture poses to the nature.

D) Their similarities prove that they were not affected by their genetic makeup.

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Stephen Kent · Answer 1

Answer:genetic make up was not affected

Explanation:outside factors can not alter someone's genetic traits; as twins no matter where they are and what environment they are in they will still possess similar genes.