A Major Criticism of Holland's Theory of Occupational Choice and Personality

question 34

Multiple Choice

A major criticism of Holland's theory of occupational choice and personality is that _______.

• A) occupation and personality type matches have not been found for African Americans
• B) Holland's findings are based on limited research
• C) the theory does not predict job achievement
• D) the results from Asian-American populations do not match results from other populations

Comprehend the ethical considerations in psychological research, including informed consent and the role of institutional review boards.

Recognize the importance and methods of maintaining validity and reliability in research findings.

Differentiate between types of variables (independent, dependent) and their roles in research studies.

Identify the effects of experimenter and participant biases on research outcomes.

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Definitions:

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A large blood vessel that conveys blood from the lateral aspect of the thorax, arm, and shoulder back to the heart.

Brachiocephalic Vein

A large vein in the upper chest that forms from the union of the internal jugular and subclavian veins and drains blood from the head, neck, and upper limbs.

Hepatic Portal Vein

A blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver, crucial for nutrient processing.