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Deontae Monroe
on Dec 06, 2024
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According to critics of the five-factor model of personality,
A) knowing how sociable a person is allows for a better prediction of behavior than knowing how extraverted that person is.
B) researchers need to use factor analysis in order to determine the number of basic personality factors.
C) although Extraversion is a basic personality factor, there is no evidence that Neuroticism is.
D) factor analytic researchers should all use the same personality tests so that they can produce the same results.
Five-Factor Model
A theory identifying five basic personality traits, including openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
Extraversion
Extraversion is a personality trait characterized by energy creation from external sources, often involving enthusiasm for socializing and engaging in activities with others.
Neuroticism
A personality trait characterized by emotional instability, anxiety, moodiness, and a higher propensity for psychological stress.
- Understand the criticisms and limitations of the trait approach to personality.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the criticisms and limitations of the trait approach to personality.