Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Adler's

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about Adler's theory of the order of birth?

• A) The birth order is majorly influenced by the genetic makeup of an individual.
• B) Siblings having the same parents and living in the same house have identical social environments.
• C) Being exposed to differing parental attitudes does not determine different kinds of personalities.
• D) One's birth order could be determined on the basis of one's behavior.

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Definitions:

Basic Body Fluids

Typically refers to the four humors of ancient and medieval medicine: blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile, believed to determine a person's health and temperament.

Gordon Allport

A pioneering psychologist known for his theory of personality that emphasized the uniqueness of the individual and the concept of personal traits.

Central Traits

Central traits are the key characteristics that define an individual's personality and are thought to be relatively stable and consistent across different situations.

Object-relations School

A psychoanalytic theory focusing on relationships and the impact of early family interactions on the development of the self.