Cattell Identified Groups of Traits by Using a Statistical Technique

question 193

Multiple Choice

Cattell identified groups of traits by using a statistical technique called ________.

• A) factor analysis
• B) stepwise regression
• C) scatter plotting
• D) analysis of variance

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Leader

An individual who guides or directs a group towards achieving common goals through influence, vision, and communication.

Critique

The act of evaluating or analyzing something critically, often with an emphasis on identifying its merits and faults.

Morale

Morale is the capacity of a group's members to maintain belief in an institution or goal, particularly in the face of opposition or hardship.