Describe epigenetics and give an example
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Epigenetics is the idea that some environments can influence how much genetics will matter. So a person is born with a gene for major depression, but the gene may not be expressed (and therefore the person depressed) unless the environment triggers it. Thus a happy, healthy environment in childhood might stave off major depression while an abusive environment would trigger it.
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The next step in the auditory process after the stirrup vibrates against the oval window is that
a. nerve impulses leave the cochlea. b. fluid in the cochlea causes the basilar membrane to move. c. the tympanic membrane begins to vibrate. d. auditory signals pass through the cochlear nucleus of the brain stem.
One common form of oversimplification is argument by anecdote. Anecdotes are often a source of stereotyping as well. Explain how an anecdote might be a source of stereotyping
Illustrate your explanation with an example that could show how a stereotype could develop. What will be an ideal response?