Question

which of the following statements is true about the relationship between alcoholism and genetics? a. alcoholism is strongly tied to genetics, and children of alcoholics are more likely to become alcoholics themselves. b. alcoholism is considered a hereditary disease that causes children to have several brain - related diseases. c. alcoholism is often called a hereditary disease, yet children of alcoholics have a higher resistance to alcoholism. d. although alcoholism is tied to genetics, children of alcoholics rarely develop problems with alcohol earlier than their peers. please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

Alcoholism has a genetic - related component. Children of alcoholics are more likely to become alcoholics themselves as alcoholism is strongly tied to genetics. Also, alcoholism is considered a hereditary disease that causes several brain - related diseases. And children of alcoholics have a higher risk of developing alcohol - related problems compared to their peers. Option D is incorrect as children of alcoholics are more likely, not rarely, to develop problems.

Answer:

A. Alcoholism is strongly tied to genetics, and children of alcoholics are more likely to become alcoholics themselves.
B. Alcoholism is considered a hereditary disease that causes several brain - related diseases.
C. Alcoholism is often called a hereditary disease, yet children of alcoholics have a higher resistance to alcoholism. (Incorrect as they have a higher risk, not resistance)
D. Although alcoholism is tied to genetics, children of alcoholics rarely develop problems with alcohol earlier than their peers. (Incorrect as they are more likely to develop problems)

So the correct answers are A and B.