Testing personality is much like testing intelligence, in that in both cases we are trying to measure something that is ________

One big factor associated with lower rates of cigarette smoking among adults is

A. age. B. high self-esteem. C. higher level of education. D. caffeine use.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a self-handicapping behavior?

a. Not defending yourself against abuse because you have learned that nothing you do makes any difference. b. Stating that the reason for a person being rude is that he or she is an uncaring jerk. c. Setting a goal that is so high that it is impossible to achieve. d. Not trying very hard.