What Is the Goal of Using the Nomothetic Approach to Studying

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the goal of using the nomothetic approach to studying personality?

• A) seeking general principles across a wide range of people
• B) investigating unique experiences for individuals
• C) focusing on low-level, molecular or genetic influences
• D) focusing on high-level, social or societal influences

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Definitions:

Professor

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