At the Drop of a Hat, Pete Will Tell You

question 101

Multiple Choice

At the drop of a hat, Pete will tell you in as many ways as one can imagine that he is the most talented salesperson in the company. He often boasts about his ability to "size up" customers and to close deals. He says he has not been promoted to manager because his work is not really appreciated. He resents those who have been promoted and views them as self-promoters. He expects others to meet his wishes but he is insensitive to their needs. What type of personality disorder does Pete's behavior represent?

• A) schizoid personality disorder
• B) paranoid personality disorder
• C) borderline personality disorder
• D) narcissistic personality disorder

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