Which of the Following Has Been Shown by Longitudinal Studies

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been shown by longitudinal studies of personality?

• A) Most people change their personalities radically during middle adulthood.
• B) People with introverted personalities become more solidified when they marry extroverts.
• C) Personalities show consistency in general, but some general developmental trends are evident across adulthood.
• D) Personality traits show little consistency from early to late adulthood.

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Definitions:

Positive Affect

A personal sense of positive feelings such as joy, interest, and enthusiasm that reflects a level of emotional well-being and happiness.

General Self-efficacy

An individual’s belief in their ability to perform tasks and achieve goals across a variety of different situations.

Cultural Intelligence

A person's capacity to function effectively in culturally diverse settings, through understanding and applying cultural knowledge.

Positive Affect

A state of experiencing positive emotions and expressing an optimistic outlook.