As part of an application for a job, Dan is asked to complete some psychological tests, including one in which he responds true or false to items such as "I feel sad most of the time" and "I had a good childhood." What type of psychological test is Dan taking?
A. A behavioral log
B. The Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
C. A projective test
D. An inventory
Answer: D
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