If We Say Ted Is High on the Personality Trait

question 28

Multiple Choice

If we say Ted is high on the personality trait of assertiveness, we would expect that he will act assertively

• A) all of the time.
• B) more often than someone low in assertiveness.
• C) in some situations that call for assertiveness, but not in others.
• D) because he puts himself in situations that call for assertion.

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Definitions:

Explanatory Styles

Cognitive approaches individuals use to explain the causes of events, often categorized as optimistic or pessimistic.

Pessimists

Individuals who tend to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen; a lack of hope or confidence in the future.

Stressful Life Experiences

Events or situations that cause significant stress or distress, impacting an individual's psychological and physical well-being.

Japanese College Students

Refers specifically to individuals attending higher education institutions in Japan.