The personality theory that has been very useful for describing and comparing personalities and on which many of the personality tests used by clinical psychologists are based is the __________ theory.

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Trait theory, also known as the Big Five personality traits, provide a comprehensive framework for understanding personality. The traits are relatively stable characteristics that can be used to describe and compare individuals. Personality tests such as the NEO Personality Inventory and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator are based on this theory. The psychoanalytic, behaviorist, and humanistic theories all have limitations in their ability to explain and compare personality traits in a systematic and scientific manner.

The Personality Theory That Has Been Very Useful for Describing