The Dimension of Temperament That Describes a Tendency Toward Fear

question 63

Multiple Choice

The dimension of temperament that describes a tendency toward fear, frustration, sadness, and discomfort is:

• A) negative affectivity.
• B) extraversion/surgency.
• C) effort control.
• D) none of the choices

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Definitions:

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Jean Piaget

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