Three misconceptions

Three misconceptions
Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality. Discuss why people continue to believe these gross misconceptions. Provide real-to-life examples (hypotheticals

Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality

3. Larsen and Buss (2018) present three common misconceptions about the concept of heritability.

Firstly, Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality.

Secondly, Discuss why people continue to believe these gross misconceptions.

Further, Provide real-to-life examples (hypotheticals) that counteract/correct these misconceptions.

(Note: no 1st person in APA). Be sure to support this essay with the textbook and at least 1 research article.

Essay Assignment Questions

INSTRUCTIONS
Select 2 of the 5 following questions (1-5) to answer for this assignment. 20 points will be for proper grammar, punctuation, and technical writing abilities (i.e. citations and APA format). Each one of the 2 essays should between 2 and 3½ pages (each).

Each essay must also include textbook information and at least 1 additional peer-reviewed source as support (publication dates between 2013-2018).

The total assignment will be 4-7½ pages (not including the title page and reference page, which are the  requirements). A single assignment cover page and reference page are required (per APA format and not for each essay question). Separate your 2 essay topics with headings:
What is the difference between misconception and alternative conception?

The term alternative conceptions refers to ideas that people have which are inconsistent with scientifically acceptable ideas. The term ‘misconception’ is also sometimes used. (Terms such as alternative conception and misconception are sometimes used synonymously, but some authors given them different meanings.

What is a common misconception in science?

Scientific misconceptions. Scientific misconceptions can also refer to preconceived notions based on religious and/or cultural influences. Many scientific misconceptions occur because of faulty teaching styles and the sometimes distancing nature of true scientific texts.