If we say Ted is high on the personality trait of assertiveness, we would expect that he will act assertively
A) all of the time.
B) more often than someone low in assertiveness.
C) in some situations that call for assertiveness, but not in others.
D) because he puts himself in situations that call for assertion.

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If someone is high on the personality trait of assertiveness, we would expect that they will act assertively more often than someone low in assertiveness, but not necessarily all of the time or in every situation. Assertiveness is a trait that can be influenced by both personality and the situation, so it depends on the specific circumstances as to whether or not Ted will act assertively. However, his high level of assertiveness may make him more likely to assert himself in situations that call for it.

If We Say Ted Is High on the Personality Trait