Why Was the MMPI Originally Developed

question 42

Multiple Choice

Why was the MMPI originally developed?

• A)to identify people with psychological disorders
• B)to identify malingerers from people with true conversion disorders
• C)to identify applicants with the most potential for managerial positions
• D)to select applicants for the OSS who could make the best agents and spies

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Definitions:

Physiological

Pertaining to the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts, including the physical and chemical processes involved.

Self-Actualisation

The achievement of realizing one's abilities and potential, viewed as an innate motivation or necessity in all individuals.

Deficit Principle

A concept indicating that the less frequently a reward is available or the less a need is satisfied, the more value or desirability that reward or satisfaction of the need has.

Self-Actualisation Needs

The highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, representing the fulfillment of one's potential and the realization of one's abilities and talents.