The Unique Mandate of Personality Psychologists Is to Attempt to

question 35

Multiple Choice

The unique mandate of personality psychologists is to attempt to

• A) identify and measure individual differences in ability and behavior.
• B) determine the effect of the social environment on behavior.
• C) explain whole, functioning persons and real-life concerns.
• D) prevent or treat psychological personality disorders.

---

Definitions:

Chromosomal DNA

The DNA that constitutes the chromosomes within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells, encoding most of the genetic information of the organism.

Interphase

In a eukaryotic cell cycle, the interval during which a cell grows, roughly doubles the number of its cytoplasmic components, and replicates its DNA in preparation for division.

Asexual Reproduction

A reproductive process that involves only one parent and produces offspring genetically identical to the parent.

Genetic Diversity

The total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species, contributing to variations within a population.