Type Theory Means We Can Post Individuals into Certain Categories

question 7

Multiple Choice

Type theory means we can post individuals into certain categories and make assumptions about their likely response to a given stimulus. Type theory enables researchers to classify individuals using models such as
The Myers-Briggs approach.
What best explains the basis of the model in terms of the determination of an individual?

• A) Myers-Briggs types identify that extroversion is a predictor of the success of a leader as they will need to have extrovert characteristics to ensure others to follow them.
• B) Myers-Briggs types can securely predict successful characteristics that will assure the outcomes of leaders based upon common attributes shared by other leaders.
• C) Each of the Myers-Briggs types have certain characteristics that are identified by proponents to be in common with and shared by others within the same type 'box'.
• D) Each of the Myers-Briggs types provide certainty of the outcomes that are identified by companies which are necessary for leaders and shared by other leaders.

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