Regarding the Influence of Traits and Situations on People's Behaviors

question 18

Multiple Choice

Regarding the influence of traits and situations on people's behaviors, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

• A)Personality traits are quite consistent and can predict such things as job performance, dangerous driving, or successful marriage.
• B)Situations greatly influence our behavior as illustrated by the fact that it would be unusual for a person to dance at movie or read a book at a football game.
• C)Many personality psychologists now place equal weight on traits and situations as ways to explain behavior.
• D)All of these statements are true.

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Definitions:

Specific Performance

A legal remedy requiring a party to perform their obligations under a contract, typically used in real estate transactions.

Adversarial System

A legal system where two opposing parties present their cases to an impartial judge or jury, who decides on the matter.

Justice

The principle of fairness and moral righteousness that seeks to ensure that individuals receive what they are due, both in law and equity.

Specific Performance

A legal remedy that compels a party to execute a contract according to the precise terms agreed upon, rather than paying damages.