Question

Madeline has previously been diagnosed with major depressive disorder. She has an identical twin sister, Josephine, and a nonidentical sister, Abigail. Neither of Madeline’s sisters have previously been diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Which of the following statements is true of Madeline’s sisters?
a) Because their sister has been diagnosed, it is highly likely that both sisters will be diagnosed with major depressive disorder at some point in their lives.
b) Neither sister is likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder because it is rare for family members to be diagnosed with the same disorder.
c) The sisters are equally likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder in response to a stressful or traumatic event.
d) Josephine is less likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder than Abigail in response to a stressful or traumatic event.
e) Josephine is more likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder than Abigail in response to a stressful or traumatic event.

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

The sisters are equally likely to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder in response to a stressful or traumatic event.

Since sisters are twins and depression is hereditary, both of them may be diagnosed with the same disorder.