Factor Analyses Have Revealed a Broader Personality Factor Called Plasticity

question 27

Multiple Choice

Factor analyses have revealed a broader personality factor called plasticity. Which of the following Big Five factors are subfactors of this factor?

• A) conscientiousness and extraversion
• B) openness and neuroticism
• C) extraversion and openness
• D) neuroticism and agreeableness

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Definitions:

Job Embeddedness

The extent to which an employee feels attached to their job and company through networks, fit, and links developed.

Role

The expected behavior and responsibilities associated with a specific position or status within a group or organization.

Physical Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, plant, or animal lives or operates.

Employee Attitudes

Employee attitudes encompass the evaluations, feelings, and tendencies of behavior that employees have towards their jobs and workplace.