"If asked why Carol hugged Tom,we say it is because Carol is affectionate; however,if asked how we know Carol is affectionate,we say it is because she hugged Tom." This example is used to criticize which approach to personality?
A)Psychoanalytic
B)Trait
C)Humanistic
D)Behavioral/social learning

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This example criticizes the trait approach to personality, highlighting the circular reasoning often involved in trait explanations, where behaviors are used to infer traits, and traits are then used to explain those same behaviors.

"If Asked Why Carol Hugged Tom,we Say It Is Because