According to Cattell's view of human nature, which of the following is true?
a. Human beings are capable of exhibiting great spontaneity, even within the restrictions of law and order.
b. With age, Cattell became more pessimistic about our ability to solve social problems.
c. Cattell is biased toward free will on the issue of free will versus determinism.
d. The experiences and forces of childhood have a permanent effect on personality.
ANS: D
FEEDBACK: In his younger years, Cattell expected to see the level of intelligence rise, along with the development of "a more gracious community life of creatively occupied citizens." Reality did not live up to his expectations, however, and eventually he came to believe that human nature and society had regressed.
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