A Personality Theory Is A(n)

question 19

Multiple Choice

A personality theory is a(n)

• A) category used to describe continuums within personality.
• B) interrelated system of concepts used to explain personality.
• C) relatively permanent set of behavior patterns.
• D) subjective evaluation of a person.

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Definitions:

Information Processing Errors

Mistakes made in analyzing and interpreting information which can lead to incorrect conclusions and potentially suboptimal decision-making.

True Probabilities

The actual likelihood of an event occurring, as opposed to estimated probabilities based on theoretical models or assumptions.

Information Processing

The process of gathering, storing, and manipulating data to produce meaningful information.

Fully Rational

Describes an economic theory assumption that individuals always make decisions that provide them with the highest amount of personal satisfaction or utility, based on full knowledge and a consistent evaluation of available information.