Question 1

Which of the following is not included in the Big Five model?

Accepted Answer

The Big Five model includes conscientiousness, emotional stability, and agreeableness, but does not include gregariousness. The five traits included in the Big Five model are openness, conscientiousness, emotional stability, agreeableness, and extraversion.

Question 2

'Personality' looks at the parts of the person rather than the aggregate whole.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Researchers have found that genetics account for about 50 percent of the personality differences,and more than 30 percent of the variation in occupational and leisure interests in studies of identical twins.

Accepted Answer

Studies of identical twins have shown that genetics account for about 50 percent of personality differences and more than 30 percent of occupational and leisure interests.

Question 4

List and describe heredity as a determinant of personality.

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Question 5

Choose the word that best describes an ESTJ.

Accepted Answer

ESTJ stands for Extraverted, Sensing, Thinking, and Judging. They are natural organizers and leaders, and they tend to be practical, efficient, and logical. While they can sometimes come across as domineering or controlling, they are not typically quiet or reserved.

Question 6

The Myers-Briggs type Indicator is a 100-question personality test that classifies people into 16 personality types.

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The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a 100-question personality test that classifies people into 16 personality types.

Question 7

If you were looking for an employee who was an organiser,you would probably choose one whose type is INTJ.

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Question 8

INTJs are visionaries.

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INTJs are known for their ability to see and envision the big picture, as well as their strong intuition and strategic thinking skills. They often have a long-term vision and are motivated to work towards it, leading them to be seen as visionaries in their fields.

Question 9

A substantial body of research supports the observation that MBTI should be used as an effective selection test for job candidates.

Accepted Answer

While the MBTI can provide valuable insights into an individual's personality type, it is not a valid or reliable tool for use in selection testing due to issues with bias, reliability, and validity. Many researchers and organizations caution against using the MBTI for hiring or promotion decisions.

Question 10

What is the Myers-Briggs type Indicator (MBTI)and how might it be used by managers?

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Question 11

A book profiling 13 contemporary businesspeople who created super-successful firms found that all of these individuals were intuitive thinkers (NTs).

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The statement in the question suggests that all the successful businesspeople profiled in the book were intuitive thinkers (NTs), indicating that the answer is true.

Question 12

The ENTP type is a conceptualiser.

Accepted Answer

As per the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), ENTP (Extroverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Perceiving) is considered a conceptualiser type. They are strategic thinkers who enjoy generating new ideas and considering multiple possibilities.

Question 13

If personality characteristics were completely dictated by heredity,they would be fixed at birth and no amount of experience could alter them.

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If personality characteristics were completely dictated by heredity, they would be determined by biological factors and would not change or be influenced by environmental factors or experiences. However, research has shown that personality is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors and can change and develop throughout a person's life.

Question 14

The Myers-Briggs type Indicator examines all of the following except:

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The Myers-Briggs type Indicator examines personality traits related to extroversion/introversion, sensing/intuition, thinking/feeling, and perceiving/judging. It does not measure intelligence or level of challenge.

Question 15

According to the Myers-Briggs type Indicator,________ are conceptualisers.

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Question 16

Which of the following personality-shaping forces is a hereditary factor?

Accepted Answer

Hereditary factors refer to traits and characteristics that are passed down genetically from parents to offspring, such as height or eye color. Therefore, the only option in this list that could be a hereditary factor is parents' height (choice D). The other options, Protestant ethic, culture, and experience, are all shaped by external factors and are not determined solely by genetics.

Question 17

Which dimension of the Big Five model refers to an individual's propensity to defer to others?

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Agreeableness refers to an individual's tendency to prioritize social harmony and cooperation in interactions with others. This includes a propensity to defer to others, as well as being empathetic and compassionate towards others' needs and feelings.

Question 18

Personality is:

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Personality refers to the growth and development of a person's whole psychological system, encompassing traits that can be observed and measured as well as those that cannot. While some aspects of personality may be stable, others may change over time depending on various circumstances and experiences. Therefore, options A and C are incorrect.

Question 19

ESTJ types are innovative and individualistic.

Accepted Answer

ESTJ types tend to be traditional and prefer structure and rules. They value efficiency and practicality over creativity and individualism.

Question 20

'Personality' is the sum total of the way in which an individual reacts to and interacts with others.

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Quiz 4: Personality and Values