When Brad shows up for his college classes, he is rarely prepared. He does not study or do his assignment, frequently forgets to bring a notebook or something to write with, and often falls asleep during the class. He is often late to class and skips class just as frequently. When his professor asks him what he wants to do with his life, he just shrugs and says, "Whatever comes along." Brad would probably be ____ factor of the Big Five personality trait theory.
A) low on the openness to experience
B) high on the neuroticism
C) high on the extraversion
D) low on the conscientiousness

Question

When Brad shows up for his college classes, he is rarely prepared. He does not study or do his assignment, frequently forgets to bring a notebook or something to write with, and often falls asleep during the class. He is often late to class and skips class just as frequently. When his professor asks him what he wants to do with his life, he just shrugs and says, "Whatever comes along." Brad would probably be ____ factor of the Big Five personality trait theory.
A) ​low on the openness to experience
B) ​high on the neuroticism
C) ​high on the extraversion
D) ​low on the conscientiousness

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Brad's behavior suggests a lack of conscientiousness, which involves being organized, responsible, and dependable. He is frequently unprepared, forgetful, and unreliable in attending class, indicating a low level of conscientiousness.

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