A Self-Report Measure,derived from Descriptive Characteristics of an Experience or an Event

question 51

Multiple Choice

A self-report measure,derived from descriptive characteristics of an experience or an event rather than from personality theories in which the person is asked to rate the frequency,intensity,or duration or particular behaviours or experiences is known as a(n)

• A) behaviour checklist.
• B) projective test.
• C) intelligence test.
• D) objective personality test.

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Definitions:

Family History Studies

Research that examines patterns of illness within families to identify genetic or environmental factors that contribute to the likelihood of developing certain diseases or conditions.

Dizygotic Twins

Twins that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells, also known as fraternal twins.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA, residing in the chromosomes; they are responsible for guiding the cell in making proteins and determining an organism's inherited traits.

Adoption Studies

Research that compares biologically related people, including twins, who have been reared either separately or together, to understand genetic and environmental influences.