One method of personality measurement involves obtaining "biodata"-that is,records of various outcome variables (e.g. ,health information,criminal records,career information,etc. ).Which of the following can be considered a complication of this method?

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Biodata method measures outcomes that can be influenced by factors other than personality, such as environmental, cultural or societal factors (C). Therefore, any given life outcome might reflect many influences other than the individual's personality. Additionally, different personality traits can influence the same life outcome (B). Therefore, both B and C can be considered a complication of the biodata method. Choice A is incorrect because life outcomes can be linked to personality, although not exclusively.

One Method of Personality Measurement Involves Obtaining "Biodata"-That Is,records of Various