A person that believes that predispositions direct individual behavior in a consistent pattern is applying which of the primary theoretical approaches to personality?
A)Trait
B)Psychodynamic
C)Humanistic
D)Attribution

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The trait approach to personality suggests that individuals possess consistent patterns of behavior that are influenced by their innate predispositions, or traits. This is in contrast to other approaches, such as the psychodynamic approach which emphasizes the role of early childhood experiences, or the humanistic approach which emphasizes the importance of personal growth and self-actualization. The Attribution approach is not focused on explaining consistent individual behavior patterns.

A Person That Believes That Predispositions Direct Individual Behavior in a Consistent