In Allport's view, cardinal traits are
a. the most pervasive characteristics of one's personality.
b. basic building blocks of personality. c. specific preferences.
d. fluctuating patterns of behavior.
e. superficial traits inferred from observation.
a
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a. initial test b. operate c. retest d. exit
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A) develop more slowly B) are healthier C) have more shrill cries D) are more sickly
According to Lewin, an adolescent may be called a "marginal man" because:
A) his or her life space is far too differentiated. B) the child portion of his or her life space overlaps with the adult portion. C) the margins of his or her cognitive structure are too thick. D) the margins of his or her cognitive structure are too thin.
Why is face validity regarded as a convenience by researchers?
a. Some believe it is easier to respond to face-valid instruments. b. Face-valid instruments make it difficult to guess what the researcher is measuring. c. Face-valid instruments are often reliable for 40-50 years. d. none of these answers are correct