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Example of Range of Reaction in Intellectual Potential
The Range of Reaction theory can be observed when considering individuals with varying genetic potentials placed in different environments. A child with a very strong genetic background for intelligence may fail to reach their full potential if placed in an environment that lacks stimulation. This demonstrates that genetic potential alone does not guarantee intellectual achievement; the environmental context is equally crucial.
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Example of Environmental Stimulation on Average Intellectual Potential
Two identical twins are separated at birth. Twin A is raised in an intellectually enriched environment with access to many books, educational toys, and stimulating conversations. Twin B is raised in an environment with limited access to these resources. As adults, both twins show high intelligence, but Twin A scores significantly higher on IQ tests than Twin B. Which of the following statements best explains this outcome according to the idea that one's genetic makeup establishes a potential range for a trait, which is then shaped by external factors?
Two identical twins, who share the exact same genetic makeup, are separated at birth and raised in dramatically different environments. Twin A is raised in a deprived environment with poor nutrition and limited educational opportunities. Twin B is raised in an enriched, stimulating environment with excellent nutrition and high-quality schooling. According to the theory that genes establish a potential range for a trait and the environment determines where the trait falls within that range, what is the most probable outcome regarding their intellectual abilities as adults?
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