A Key Criticism of the Trait Perspective on Personality Development

question 137

Multiple Choice

A key criticism of the trait perspective on personality development is that it

• A)fails to explain the cause of the differences in the various trait dimensions.
• B)ignores the evil and selfishness that humans are capable of.
• C)focuses too much on the role of unconscious forces in personality development.
• D)lacks supportive evidence for existence of multiple trait dimensions.

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Definitions:

Tonic Receptors

Sensory receptors that respond as long as a stimulus is present and adapt slowly to a constant stimulus.

Proprioceptors

Sensory receptors located in muscles and tendons, providing information about joint angle, muscle length, and muscle tension.

Thumb Position

The anatomical term referring to the unique placement and range of movement of the thumb in relation to the other fingers on the hand, enabling grasping and manipulation abilities.

Spinotectal Tract

A neural pathway in the spinal cord that conveys sensory information to the midbrain, involved in reflex responses to visual stimuli.