What Does the Data on Birth Order Show

question 42

Multiple Choice

What does the data on birth order show?

• A) Birth order has a small effect on personality.
• B) Personality is determined by birth order.
• C) All firstborn children are high in conscientiousness.
• D) Birth order explains 50% of personality.

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Definitions:

Developmental Stage

A specific period in the growth or development of an individual or entity characterized by particular attributes or milestones.

Immediate Situational Factors

Factors that directly influence the behavior and outcomes of individuals in a specific setting at a specific time.

Short-Term Employees

Workers who are employed for a brief period, often to fulfill temporary needs of the hiring organization.

Interns

Individuals, often students, who work temporarily in a particular field to gain practical experience.