Which of the following is true about cross-cultural differences in personality?
A) There is no relationship between culture and personality.
B) Most cultures do not have the same Big Five personality factors.
C) Only individuals from Western cultures share the same Big Five personality factors.
D) While most cultures share the same Big Five personality factors, the prevalence of each trait often differs.
Answer: D
Rationale: Most cultures are united in having at least five of the same personality characteristics. However, the traits of the Big Five also vary by degree—individuals from some cultures tend to be more open to experience, conscientious, and neurotic than others.
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