As a child, Brett always had a lot of energy at his parent's social gatherings. As an adult, he makes a point to talk to everyone attending a party. This is an example of
A) personal-environment transactions.
B) temperament.
C) heterotypic continuity.
D) cumulative continuity.

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Heterotypic continuity refers to the concept that the underlying characteristics or traits of an individual remain consistent over time, even though the manifestations of those traits may change. In this case, Brett's high energy as a child and his sociability as an adult are different behaviors but reflect a consistent underlying trait.

As a Child, Brett Always Had a Lot of Energy