Richie Was Born with Exceptional Intellectual Aptitude, but His Teachers

Multiple Choice

Richie was born with exceptional intellectual aptitude, but his teachers are overworked and tend to ignore his attempts to participate in class. Which of the following is most likely given the relationship between genes and the environment?

A) Richie will develop a serious dependence on alcohol.
B) Richie will slowly lose interest in activities that showcase his intelligence.
C) Richie will increase his efforts to show off his intelligence.
D) Richie will be accepted to a top-level university and become a teacher himself.