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khang

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Which of the following is true about the findings of the studies using Cattell's test?
 
  a. Three of the 16 source traits are determined by hereditary factors.
  b. A Turkish translation of the 16 PF test has been found to be valid measure of personality differences.
  c. The 16 PF Test can't be distorted or faked like the other personality tests.
  d. Partners in stable marriages were found to possess complementary traits.

Question 2

Cattell agreed that the _____ approach to research is scientific, rigorous, and quantitative but argued that it dealt with only limited aspects of personality.
 
  a. bivariate
  c. multivariate
  b. clinical
  d. case-study



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
FEEDBACK: As with other personality tests and some languages, a literal translation proved impossible. However, a Turkish translation of the 16 PF Test has also been found to be valid measure of personality.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
FEEDBACK: Cattell agreed that bivariate research is scientific, rigorous, and quantitative but argued that it dealt with only limited aspects of personality. In reality, personality is affected by many interacting variables.





 

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