Longitudinal Studies Based on the Five Factor Model and Using

question 11

Multiple Choice

Longitudinal studies based on the Five Factor Model and using test-retest correlations have found all of the following except

• A)stability estimates are moderate in magnitude, even from childhood to adulthood.
• B)stability increases with age.
• C)stability decreases as the time interval between observations increases.
• D)Stability markedly varies across the Big Five traits.

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Definitions:

Genetic Drift

A mechanism of evolution involving random changes in the frequency of alleles within a population over time.

Testing for DNA

The process of examining a sample to identify the genetic material present, often used in forensic science, paternity testing, and genetics research.

Particulate

Relating to small distinct particles, often used in contexts like pollution (particulate matter) referring to tiny particles suspended in air.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA that are responsible for the genetic traits passed from parents to offspring.