DrRoberts Studies How Best to Assess Individual Differences in Traits

question 105

Multiple Choice

Dr.Roberts studies how best to assess individual differences in traits such as impulsiveness and sociability.Which specialty area does her research best represent?

• A) social psychology
• B) biological psychology
• C) industrial-organizational psychology
• D) personality psychology

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Definitions:

Human-capital Investment

The process of acquiring and enhancing an individual's skills and knowledge, which increases potential productivity and earnings.

Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age, rather than merit or performance.

Wage Differentials

The variation in wage rates due to factors such as occupation, industry, location, or the skills and experience of workers.

Labor-market Discrimination

The unfair treatment of workers based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or religion, rather than job qualifications or performance.