Mark has recently been given the position of operational supervisor.One of Mark's employees, Sonya, is very insecure about her capabilities and sometimes gets very frustrated.She has even yelled at her coworkers when frustrated.Mark, on the other hand, is very good at handling difficult situations by staying calm, secure, and positive.Mark and Sonya appear to be at opposite ends of the continuum of which of the Big Five personality dimensions?

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Mark and Sonya are at opposite ends of the Emotional Stability dimension of the Big Five personality traits. Emotional Stability (often referred to as its opposite, Neuroticism) involves how well a person can handle stress, remain calm, and be free from negative emotions under pressure. Mark's ability to stay calm and positive contrasts with Sonya's insecurity and frustration, indicating their differences in this dimension. Note: While "Emotionalism" is not the standard term used in the Big Five personality traits, it is understood in this context to refer to Emotional Stability/Neuroticism.

Mark Has Recently Been Given the Position of Operational Supervisor