According to trait theorists, personality is a collection of consistent means of responding to
similar situations. They argue that the temperaments of early childhood evolve by middle
childhood into stable traits.
Present the types and qualities of the Big Five Personality Trait
Theory.
What will be an ideal response?
1. extraversion – outgoing, active, lively
2. agreeableness – pleasant, sympathetic, trusting, accepting; affectionate, personable
3. conscientiousness – organized, responsible, diligent, hard-working
4. neuroticism (emotional instability) – nervous, worried, restless, tense, apprehensive
5. openness/intellect – creative, perceptive, shrewd, having wide interests
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The mental shortcuts that people use to make judgments quickly and efficiently are called
a. judgmental heuristics. b. self-fulfilling prophecies. c. schemas. d. controlled processes.
The ______ nervous system regulates the glands and involuntary activities such as
heart rate, digestion, and pupil dilation. a. somatic c. central b. autonomic d. limbic