Ping, Age 26, Ranks High on the Big Five Trait

question 66

Multiple Choice

Ping, age 26, ranks high on the Big Five trait of agreeableness. As she gets older, she has a wide circle of friends and gets more loving over time. Ping's life path illustrates how:

• A) due to an evocative process, over time, personality becomes more consistent.
• B) homogamy makes for happiness in life.
• C) people can change dramatically in temperament over the years.
• D) people can find a perfect life.

Recognize the importance of tone and politeness levels in professional communication.

Understand the role of positive emphasis in organizational success and employee motivation.

Distinguish between direct and indirect requests and the appropriate contexts for each.

Identify effective techniques for conveying bad news or negative information in a positive or neutral manner.

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Definitions:

Midlife Transition

A period in adults' lives, typically occurring between the ages of 40 and 60, marked by self-reflection, reassessment of life goals, and often significant life changes.

Reappraisal

The cognitive process of changing one's emotional response by altering the meaning of the emotion-eliciting situation.

Altruistic Goals

Objectives aimed at benefiting others without expecting personal gain, reflecting selflessness and concern for the well-being of others.

Material Interests

Concerns or priorities based on tangible resources, assets, and physical or economic well-being rather than abstract or spiritual factors.