Using personality characteristics that are relatively stable and enduring to explain behavior is called:
a. the trait approach c. the psychodynamic approach
b. the cognitive-social approach d. the transactional approach
A
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Eric has a high concern for self and others. He likes to find solutions that satisfy both parties. He considers conflicts as mutual problems to be solved. Eric is likely to deal with conflict using the style of
a. accommodating. c. compromising. b. avoiding. d. collaborating.
The synthesizing function of a theory refers to . . .
a. The ability of a theory to ignore unimportant variables b. The ability of a theory to explain diverse facts c. The ability of a theory to explain simple facts in complex ways d. All of the above
Seventeen-year-old Andrew failed several classes, lost his job, and spends most of his time sleeping on the couch. When his parents voiced their disapproval, he replied, "Whatever." Andrew's response indicates identity
diffusion. achievement. foreclosure. moratorium.
How do IQ scores at age 9 correlate with IQ scores at age 18?
a. They are completely unrelated. c. They are highly positively correlated. b. They are moderately positively related. d. It depends upon gender.