An Assumption Shared by Both Allport's Trait Theory and the Five-Factor

question 27

Multiple Choice

An assumption shared by both Allport's trait theory and the five-factor trait theory is that:

• A) people can be adequately described by over 50 core traits.
• B) traits are relatively stable across the life span.
• C) most traits are genetically determined.
• D) traits are not inherited but are learned through experience.

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

The part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and large intestine, where most of the digestion and absorption of food takes place.

Esophageal Hiatus

Hole in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes.

Diaphragm

A dome-shaped muscular partition separating the thorax from the abdomen in mammals, playing a major role in breathing by contracting and expanding the lungs.

Epiglottis

The flap-like structure that closes off the larynx during swallowing.