According to Allport, traits are inconsistent and transient ways of reacting to our genetic heritage

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F
FEEDBACK: Allport considered personality traits to be predispositions to respond, in the same or a similar manner, to different kinds of stimuli. In other words, traits are consistent and enduring ways of reacting to our environment.

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