The Big Five personality trait measured by the NEO-PI that evaluates whether a job applicant is likely to show anger, hostility, or nervousness is
A) neuroticism.
B) extroversion.
C) openness.
D) conscientiousness.
Answer: A
Rationale: Individuals who score high on neuroticism tend to experience negative affect (anger, hostility, nervousness) and are emotionally unsettled.
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