A Problem with Studying Only the Grand Theories of Personality

question 19

Multiple Choice

A problem with studying only the grand theories of personality is that only parts of them:

• A)have stood the test of time and guide modern personality research.
• B)apply to men.
• C)are based on non-German populations.
• D)address the human nature level of analysis.

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