Question 1

If Barney is accurately described as being very even-tempered and unemotional, he would likely score very low on a test of

Accepted Answer

Neuroticism is a personality trait associated with emotional instability and a tendency to experience negative emotions such as anxiety and depression. Given that Barney is described as being unemotional, it is unlikely that he would score high in this trait.

Question 2

At which age is the debate of personality stability versus change most heated?

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The answer of At which age is the debate of...

Question 3

A low score on the ____ personality dimension has been associated with having a Type A personality.

Accepted Answer

Agreeableness is the personality dimension associated with being cooperative and empathetic towards others, which is opposite to the competitive and aggressive nature of a Type A personality. Therefore, a low score on agreeableness would indicate a higher likelihood of having a Type A personality. The other three options (B, C, and D) are not associated with Type A personality.

Question 4

What are the five factors in the five-factor model?

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The five-factor model (also known as the Big Five personality traits) includes five dimensions or traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. Types of intelligence, abilities, and stress and coping processes are not included in the five-factor model.

Question 5

An individual low on the ____ characteristic would likely be described as even-tempered and comfortable.

Accepted Answer

Neuroticism is a personality trait associated with emotional instability, anxiety, and moodiness. Individuals low on neuroticism tend to be more even-tempered and comfortable, as they experience fewer negative emotions.

Question 6

Darejeh and Singh (2014)concluded that self-learning is improved by taking ____ differences into account.

Accepted Answer

Darejeh and Singh's (2014) research showed that taking the learner's individual differences into account improves self-learning. This includes factors such as prior knowledge, learning style, and motivation. A focus on the instructor, generativity, or external motivators was not found to directly improve self-learning in their study.

Question 7

Kevin is described by friends as having a great imagination and being willing to try anything once. Given this description, Kevin would most likely score very high on a scale of

Accepted Answer

Kevin's willingness to try anything once suggests that he is open to new experiences, which is one of the key traits measured by the personality dimension of openness to experience.

Question 8

Which of the following is true about expertise?

Accepted Answer

Expertise is selective in that individuals become experts by specializing in a particular area of knowledge or skill acquisition. The other options are not true about expertise.

Question 9

Which trait fits someone who scores low on an openness to experience assessment?

Accepted Answer

Openness to experience is characterized by traits such as curiosity, creativity, and imagination. Someone who scores low on openness to experience is likely to be uninterested in new ideas, unfamiliar experiences, and unconventional beliefs. Therefore, the trait that fits someone who scores low on an openness to experience assessment is being uncurious. Choices A, B, and C do not fit with low openness to experience.

Question 10

One negative effect of expertise is the

Accepted Answer

As people gain more expertise in a particular area, they may start to rely on their intuition or previous experiences to solve problems. This can make it difficult for them to explain their reasoning or process to others who do not have the same level of knowledge. This can be a negative effect both in academic and professional settings where clear communication and collaboration is important.

Question 11

Which statement between adult learners and their younger counterparts is true?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that adult learners tend to be more motivated by internal factors such as personal goals, interests, and desire for self-improvement. Younger learners may be more motivated by external factors such as rewards, grades, and social recognition. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Question 12

Newt is known for being very opinionated, extremely sociable, and loving a challenge. According to the Five-Factor model, Newt is best thought of as being

Accepted Answer

Newt's sociable and opinionated nature suggests that he is extroverted according to the Five-Factor Model.

Question 13

Costa and McCrae's model of personality, which includes dimensions like conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness to experience, is commonly referred to as the ____ model.

Accepted Answer

Costa and McCrae's model of personality is commonly referred to as the five-factor model (or Big Five model), which includes five main dimensions: openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Question 14

Ruth is determined to become president of the corporation. She works more than 10 hours per day, is meticulous in her work, and sticks with the most difficult projects until they are completed. Ruth would most likely score highly on a scale that measured

Accepted Answer

Ruth's traits of working long hours, being meticulous in her work, and sticking with difficult projects suggest she has high levels of conscientiousness, which is a dimension of personality that involves being responsible, organized, and dependable.

Question 15

What is an example of an internal motivator for adults to learn something new?

Accepted Answer

Personal satisfaction is an internal motivator as it comes from within an individual and is not influenced by external factors like job promotion or pay raise. Adults may want to learn something new because it brings them a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.

Question 16

Since she has what Costa and McCrae would classify as a "highly extroverted" personality, you would expect that Samantha would be described by others as

Accepted Answer

According to the Big Five personality traits, extroverted individuals tend to enjoy socializing, being in large groups, and being the center of attention. Therefore, it is likely that Samantha would be described as someone who loves the spotlight.

Question 17

Regis is asked to describe what it is like to work with Kathy Lee. In response, he says, "She is mean, anxious, and really self-conscious." This description best matches a person scoring high on Costa and McCrae's ____ personality dimension.

Accepted Answer

Regis describes Kathy Lee as being mean and anxious, which are traits associated with high neuroticism. The trait of self-consciousness is also often linked to neuroticism.

Question 18

Because she has what Costa and McCrae would classify as an "agreeable" personality, you would expect that Marcy would be described by others as a

Accepted Answer

People who have an agreeable personality are typically friendly, cooperative, and empathetic. They are easy to get along with and tend to make others feel comfortable and happy in their presence. Therefore, it is likely that Marcy would be described by others as a "joy to be around."

Question 19

Expert performance tends to peak in ____ and drop off ____.

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Question 20

On which personality dimension would someone who is stingy, critical, and suspicious score the lowest ?

Accepted Answer

Agreeableness is a personality trait that reflects an individual's tendency to be cooperative, empathetic, and compassionate towards others. Someone who is stingy, critical, and suspicious would score low on agreeableness as they are unlikely to exhibit these traits. Low scores in neuroticism would indicate emotional stability, but the given personality description does not suggest this. Extraversion and conscientiousness are also unlikely to be the lowest dimension for someone with these traits.

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