Citing or Endorsing Only Positive Attributes in a Self-Report Measure

question 55

Multiple Choice

Citing or endorsing only positive attributes in a self-report measure of personality is a phenomenon referred to as

• A) putting on the Barnum.
• B) amplifying.
• C) self-deception.
• D) socially desirable responding.

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Definitions:

Thirteenth Amendment

An amendment to the United States Constitution that abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime.

Ratified

The formal approval or confirmation of an agreement, treaty, or constitution, making it officially valid.

Slavery and Involuntary Servitude

The forced labor of individuals without their consent, under threat of punishment or coercion.

Ulysses Grant

An American military leader and the 18th President of the United States, who led the Union Army to victory during the Civil War and worked during his presidency to integrate the reconstructed states into the nation.