What Distinguishes Source Traits from Surface Traits

question 50

Multiple Choice

What distinguishes source traits from surface traits?

• A) Source traits refer to overt behaviors; surface traits are the underlying variables.
• B) Source traits are psychological; surface traits are physical.
• C) Source traits are much more numerous than surface traits.
• D) Source traits allow for prediction; surface traits are merely descriptive.

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Definitions:

Superordinate Goals

Objectives requiring cooperation and collaborative effort among groups or individuals who might otherwise be in conflict.

Collaboration

Working jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor, to achieve a common goal through sharing knowledge, learning, and building consensus.

Integrative Negotiation

Win-win negotiation that assumes that mutual problem solving can enlarge the assets to be divided between parties.

Creativity

The ability to produce new and unique ideas, solutions, or products through imaginative thinking.