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A Researcher Randomly Assigned Participants to Two Different Types of Personality

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A researcher randomly assigned participants to two different types of personality description that she said were based on their astrological sign. The descriptions were actually very similar and differed only in how general or specific they were. The group that received general information rated the description as more accurate than the group that received more specific descriptions. This research is a:


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Neuroticism

A personality trait involving a long-term tendency to be in a negative emotional state. People high in neuroticism are more likely to experience feelings of anxiety, sadness, and moodiness.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by kindness, empathy, trustworthiness, and cooperation.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoingness, sociability, and high energy levels, contrasting with introversion.

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