The Barnum effect occurs when ________

a. an individual's temperament emerges early in life, therefore influencing subsequent personality development.
b. parental influence over a child begins to wane as the child is influenced by aspects of nonshared environment.
c. a man in a culture of honor becomes angry after a perceived insult and then behaves aggressively to restore his honor.
d. an individualized personality analysis is given, but it is written in such vague terms that it could apply to almost everyone.


Answer: d

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