How Do Psychologists Define Personality

question 45

Multiple Choice

How do psychologists define personality?

• A) enduring characteristics shown by the majority of human beings
• B) a person's patterns of responsiveness that vary across similar situations
• C) a person's usual pattern of behavior, feelings, and thoughts
• D) the unfolding of genetic tendencies toward action

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Definitions:

Predictability

The extent to which future states or events can be anticipated or forecast based on current or past information.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior across various situations.

High Self-Monitors

High self-monitors are individuals who are highly attentive to social cues and adjust their behavior accordingly to fit into different situations or to manage the impression they make on others.

Daily Diary

A methodological tool in psychological research where participants record their experiences, thoughts, and feelings over a specified period.