Question 1

According to Yale's Robert J.Sternberg,_____ intelligence is the ability to solve everyday problems by utilizing knowledge gained from experience in order to purposefully adapt to,shape,and select environments.

Accepted Answer

The given definition clearly pertains to practical intelligence, which involves using knowledge gained through experience to navigate and solve real-life problems. The other options do not fit the description provided.

Question 2

Jack,a manager at GenSoft,Inc.,is a naturally empathetic person.He was promoted to the post of manager because he was good at organizing,communicating,and effectively working with others.This shows that Jack would score high on _____ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal intelligence refers to the ability to understand and work effectively with other people. As Jack is described as a naturally empathetic person who is good at organizing, communicating, and effectively working with others, it is likely that he would score high on interpersonal intelligence. This type of intelligence is particularly relevant for managers who need to lead and motivate teams.

Question 3

Extraversion refers to which of the following characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Extraversion refers to being outgoing, sociable, talkative, and assertive. Option E best captures these characteristics.

Question 4

_____ is measured by having survey respondents indicate their agreement or disagreement with both positive and negative statements about their own selves.

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is typically measured by having respondents indicate their agreement or disagreement with positive and negative statements about themselves. Agreeableness refers to a personality trait characterized by being cooperative and empathetic towards others. Self-efficacy refers to a person's belief in their own ability to successfully complete tasks and achieve goals. Internal locus of control refers to the belief that one's own actions and decisions contribute to the outcomes they experience, while external locus of control refers to the belief that outside factors such as luck or fate are responsible for one's outcomes. None of these concepts are typically measured by having respondents indicate their agreement or disagreement with positive and negative statements about themselves.

Question 5

According to a meta-analysis involving subjects from many professions,among the Big Five,which dimension had the strongest positive correlation with job performance and training performance?

Accepted Answer

The meta-analysis found that conscientiousness had the strongest positive correlation with both job performance and training performance. This makes sense, as individuals who are conscientious are generally dependable, organized, and hardworking, which are qualities that are highly valued in most professions.

Question 6

When a person agrees with the statement,"I feel I'm a person of worth,the equal of other people," he is said to have:

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is defined as the extent to which a person believes themselves to be worthy and capable. Agreeing with the statement "I feel I'm a person of worth, the equal of other people" indicates a positive self-perception and a belief in one's own worth, which is characteristic of high self-esteem. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 7

_____ represent(s)a broad personality trait comprised of four narrower individual personality traits: self-esteem,generalized self-efficacy,locus of control,and emotional stability.

Accepted Answer

The four narrower personality traits mentioned (self-esteem, generalized self-efficacy, locus of control, and emotional stability) are all components of core self-evaluations, which is a broad personality trait. Introversion, extraversion, self-reflection, and behavioral patterns do not fit the description given.

Question 8

_____ is defined as the combination of stable physical and mental characteristics that give an individual his/her own identity.

Accepted Answer

Personality is defined as the combination of stable physical and mental characteristics that give an individual his/her own identity. Perception refers to the way an individual interprets and gives meaning to sensory information. Self-concept refers to an individual's overall self-awareness and evaluation of their own worth. Attitude refers to an individual's feelings, beliefs and behaviors towards a particular object, person, group or event. Locus of control refers to an individual's belief regarding the degree of control they have over their own life.

Question 9

Meg is trustworthy,good-natured,cooperative,and soft-hearted.She would score high on which of the following Big Five personality dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Meg's traits of being trustworthy, good-natured, cooperative, and soft-hearted indicate a high level of agreeableness, which is the dimension related to altruism, cooperation, and empathy.

Question 10

Being relaxed,secure,and unworried characterizes which of the following Big Five personality dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Being relaxed, secure, and unworried relates to emotional stability, which is one of the Big Five personality dimensions.

Question 11

A(n)_____ refers to someone who is relatively unconstrained by situational forces and who effects environmental change.

Accepted Answer

A proactive personality is someone who takes initiative to create change in their environment, rather than simply adapting to it. This type of person is often unconstrained by situational forces, and therefore able to effect change more easily than those who are more passive or reactive. The other options (extravert, introvert, practical personality, agreeable personality) do not necessarily imply a predisposition for environmental change.

Question 12

Being able to visualize how geometric shapes would look if transformed in shape or position refers to _____ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Spatial intelligence is the ability to visualize and manipulate objects in one's mind, such as geometric shapes, and understand their relationships in space. The other options do not directly relate to this skill.

Question 13

Core self-evaluations represent a broad personality trait comprised of four narrower individual personality traits: self-esteem,generalized self-efficacy,locus of control,and:

Accepted Answer

The fourth narrower individual personality trait that comprises core self-evaluations is emotional stability. This means that individuals who have high levels of emotional stability are more likely to possess a positive self-evaluation overall.

Question 14

_____ identify opportunities and act on them,show initiative,take action,and persevere until meaningful change occurs.

Accepted Answer

Proactive people are known for taking initiative, identifying opportunities, and taking action to bring about meaningful change. They are able to persevere through any obstacles or challenges that may arise during the process. Introverts, emotionally unstable people, agreeable people, and practical people may not always exhibit these qualities.

Question 15

Joe is outgoing,talkative,sociable,and assertive.He would score high on which of the following Big Five personality dimensions?

Accepted Answer

The given traits of outgoing, talkative, sociable, and assertive are all associated with high levels of extraversion in the Big Five personality dimensions.

Question 16

A belief about one's own self-worth based on an overall self-evaluation is called:

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is the belief about one's own self-worth, which is derived from one's overall self-evaluation. Self-image refers to the mental picture of oneself, self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to accomplish specific tasks or goals, self-concept is a broader term referring to one's overall perception of oneself, and self-control is the ability to regulate one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve goals.

Question 17

Someone scoring _____ would be nervous,tense,angry,and worried.

Accepted Answer

Emotional stability (also known as neuroticism) refers to how easily someone experiences negative emotions such as anxiety, anger, and sadness. Therefore, someone scoring negatively on emotional stability would experience these negative emotions more frequently and intensely, leading to being nervous, tense, angry, and worried.

Question 18

If Cedric is dependable,responsible,achievement-oriented,and persistent,he is demonstrating which of the following Big Five personality dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Cedric's traits of dependability, responsibility, achievement-orientation, and persistence are all characteristics of high conscientiousness, which is one of the Big Five personality dimensions. Conscientious individuals are organized, responsible, and self-disciplined.

Question 19

According to research on Big Five personality dimensions,_____ is associated with success for managers and salespeople.

Accepted Answer

Extraversion is the trait associated with success for managers and salespeople. This is because extraverts are typically outgoing, enthusiastic, and assertive, which can be helpful in leadership and sales roles. Studies have found that extraverted managers and salespeople tend to perform better and earn higher salaries than their introverted counterparts.

Question 20

An action-oriented person who would show initiative and persevere until change occurs has:

Accepted Answer

A person who shows initiative and perseveres until change occurs is described as having a proactive personality, which is characterized by taking action and being proactive rather than reactive. The other options are not applicable as they do not relate to the traits of taking action and persevering towards change.

Quiz 5: Appreciating Individual Differences: Intelligence, ability, personality, core Self-Evaluations, attitudes, and Emotions