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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jun 21, 2018
In the context of Cattell's classification of traits, characteristics such as intelligence and gregariousness are examples of _____ traits.
 
  a. common
  c. unique
  b. dynamic
  d. unusual

Question 2

According to Cattell, which of the following statements is true of traits?
 
  a. They are relatively permanent reaction tendencies.
  c. They are derived by the method of factor analysis.
  b. They are the basic structural units of the personality.
  d. All of these are correct.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
FEEDBACK: A common trait is one that is possessed by everyone to some degree. Intelligence, extraversion, and gregariousness are examples of common traits.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
FEEDBACK: Cattell defined traits as relatively permanent reaction tendencies that are the basic structural units of the personality. To Cattell, traits are reaction tendencies, derived by the method of factor analysis, that are relatively permanent parts of the personality.


Mr.Thesaxman

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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