Question 1

Both Leona and Carleton are ambitious,competitive,hostile,and striving,which puts them at a greater risk of having a heart attack.Leona and Carleton both have a(n) _______ personality.

Accepted Answer

The mentioned characteristics of being ambitious, competitive, hostile, and striving are all typical traits of the Type A personality. Type A individuals are believed to have a greater risk of developing heart disease due to their high levels of stress and tendencies towards negative emotions. Therefore, the best choice is C - Type A personality.

Question 2

A shy,reserved person whose attention is focused inward is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

An introvert is someone who is reserved and focuses their attention inwardly. Type B personality and feeling type are not specifically related to introversion, and extroverts are the opposite of introverts, being more outgoing and focusing their attention outwardly.

Question 3

Classifying people as having either a Type A or Type B personality has been used to predict their

Accepted Answer

Type A personalities are known to be more prone to stress, which has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Therefore, categorizing individuals as having a Type A or Type B personality can help predict their chances of suffering a heart attack. The other options are not strongly linked to Type A or Type B personalities.

Question 4

Carl Jung's concepts of introversion and extroversion represent

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung's concepts of introversion and extroversion represent personality types. Introverts tend to be introspective, reserved, and prefer solitary activities, while extroverts tend to be outgoing and socially-energized, enjoying being around people and engaging in group activities. These traits are believed to be enduring and relatively stable over time.

Question 5

A bold,outgoing person whose attention is directed outward is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

An extrovert is a person who is outgoing and directs their attention outward, towards other people and the environment around them. This is the opposite of an introvert, who tends to focus inward and be more reserved. Type A personality and perceptive type are not specifically related to being outgoing or directing attention outward.

Question 6

The dependent personality and the antisocial personality are each defined by specific collections of traits that

Accepted Answer

Dependent and antisocial personalities are characterized by traits that are generally considered maladaptive, meaning they do not help an individual adjust well to situations or environments. Dependent personality disorder involves a pervasive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior, while antisocial personality disorder is marked by a disregard for and violation of the rights of others. Neither of these sets of traits is adaptive or beneficial to the individual's overall functioning.

Question 7

People who have personality traits that increase their chance of suffering a heart attack are considered _______  personalities.

Accepted Answer

Type A personality is characterized by traits such as time urgency, impatience, competitiveness, and hostility, which have been found to increase the risk of heart attack. Extroversion and introversion refer to aspects of one's personality related to social behavior and do not necessarily predict heart attack risk. Type B personality, on the other hand, is characterized by traits such as easy-going and relaxed nature, which are not associated with a higher risk of heart attack.

Question 8

People take a more laid-back approach to life are considered _______ personalities.

Accepted Answer

Type B personalities are characterized by their more laid-back and relaxed approach to life, as compared to Type A personalities who are more ambitious and competitive. Extroverted and introverted refer to one's level of social engagement and preference for alone time, respectively, and are not necessarily related to one's approach to life.

Question 9

One problem psychologists have with personality types is they

Accepted Answer

Personality is complex and multifaceted, and attempting to categorize individuals into a few distinct personality types oversimplifies the complexity of personality.

Question 10

Melissa tends to be outgoing,assertive,and very sociable.Carl Jung would have classified Melissa as

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung introduced the concepts of introversion and extroversion as two different attitudes in which a person can focus their energy. Based on Melissa's traits, she tends to be outgoing and sociable, which are characteristics of an extroverted individual.

Question 11

If you prefer studying in the quiet cubicles in the library,you are probably

Accepted Answer

People who prefer studying in quiet cubicles in the library tend to have introverted personalities. They enjoy solitude and quiet environments to focus on their work.

Question 12

Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung proposed that people are either

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung proposed the concept of introversion and extroversion as two main personality types. Introverts are those who live in their own thoughts, emotions, and feelings, and are energized by being alone. Extroverts, on the other hand, are outgoing individuals who are more focused on the external environment and are energized by being around others. This theory has been widely accepted and used in psychology and popular culture.

Question 13

Which of the following is a shorthand way of labeling people who have several key traits in common?

Accepted Answer

Types are a shorthand way of labeling people who share several key traits in common. Archetypes refer to universal symbols and patterns that appear in stories and myths. Actualization potential refers to an individual's ability to achieve their full potential. Character profile refers to a thorough description of a fictional or real person's personality and traits.

Question 14

If you like studying where there is more socializing and a higher noise level,you are probably

Accepted Answer

People who prefer studying in a social environment and amidst noise are often more extroverted. They prefer the stimulation of a busy environment, and may even find it easier to focus with some background noise. Introverts, on the other hand, may find this overwhelming and distracting. Type A/B personality types are not necessarily indicative of preferred study environment.

Question 15

The paranoid personality,the dependent personality,and the antisocial personality are examples of _______ personality types.

Accepted Answer

The three personality types mentioned (paranoid, dependent, and antisocial) are all considered to be unhealthy personality types. They involve patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other areas of functioning. These traits are not necessarily associated with introversion, extroversion, or Type A personalities.

Question 16

Marty tends to be shy and prefers solitary hobbies,such as reading,constructing models,and fishing alone.Carl Jung would have classified Marty as

Accepted Answer

Marty's preference for solitary activities and shyness suggests introverted tendencies, which align with Carl Jung's theory of personality types.

Question 17

Regarding personality types,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The personality types of introversion and extroversion were first proposed by Carl Jung, not Abraham Maslow.

Question 18

Because two categories (or even several)are often inadequate to fully capture differences in personality,which of the following tends to be more informative than classifying persons into two or three types?

Accepted Answer

Rating people on a list of traits allows for a more nuanced understanding of personality, as it acknowledges the wide range of traits that individuals possess and can be used to identify patterns and similarities between individuals. This approach is more informative than simply categorizing individuals into a small number of types. Option B, determining their archetype, is based on Jungian theory and is not widely accepted or used in modern personality psychology. Option C, determining their actualization potential, is specific to humanistic psychology and is not a commonly used approach in personality assessment. Option D, analyzing fixations through psychoanalytic techniques, is based on a specific theoretical approach and is not widely used or accepted in modern personality psychology.

Question 19

The psychiatrist who proposed that people are either introverts or extroverts was

Accepted Answer

Carl Jung proposed the theory of introversion and extroversion as part of his personality theory.

Question 20

Concerning pure extroversion and pure introversion,it is most accurate to say

Accepted Answer

Knowing if someone is extroverted or introverted tells you little about their other personality traits such as conscientiousness, kindness, or openness to new ideas. Therefore, option B is the most accurate statement. The other options are not true. Option A is incorrect because extroversion and introversion are considered personality types, not just ways to define a person's character. Option C is incorrect because both extroverted and introverted individuals can have adaptive or maladaptive traits. Option D is incorrect because classifying people into fixed categories is less informative than assessing individuals on a spectrum of personality traits.

Quiz 50: Personality: Overview of Personality