Dan has carefully conducted a factor analysis of the many different personality descriptors of the students in his school. Like most researchers he has ended up with five distinct personality traits. Which of the following would not likely be among the distinct traits he identified?

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Religiosity is a personal belief that is not necessarily an indicator of personality traits. Therefore, it is less likely to be identified as a distinct personality trait in factor analysis. The other options are common personality traits identified in factor analysis.

Dan Has Carefully Conducted a Factor Analysis of the Many