Source traits are:
a. derived from surface traits.
c. unstable and impermanent.
b. basic factors of personality.
d. composed of several elements.
ANS: B
FEEDBACK: Source traits are stable and permanent traits that are the basic factors of personality, derived by the method of factor analysis. Each source trait gives rise to some aspect of behavior.
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