Which of the following can accurately describe the findings of research on the relations between personality and academic performance?

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While there is a positive correlation between Conscientiousness and academic performance, studies suggest that certain facets of Conscientiousness, such as achievement orientation and work drive, have stronger associations with academic achievement. Openness to Experience also has a positive correlation with academic performance, but it is typically not as strong as the correlation with Conscientiousness. Option A is incorrect as mental ability does not solely account for the relationship between Conscientiousness and academic performance. Option C is incorrect as Openness to Experience is typically not as strongly related to academic performance as Conscientiousness. Option D is incorrect as Option A includes an incorrect statement. Option E is incorrect as Options A and C include incorrect statements.

Which of the Following Can Accurately Describe the Findings of Research