Which of the Following Statements About the Personality Trait of Conscientiousness

question 183

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the personality trait of conscientiousness is/are accurate?

• A) Conscientiousness is the degree to which someone is responsible, dependable, and careful.
• B) A conscientious person focuses on what can be accomplished and meets commitments.
• C) A person lacking conscientiousness is careless, often trying to do too much and failing, or doing little.
• D) a and b
• E) a, b, and c

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Definitions:

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system that activates what is often termed the fight or flight response, preparing the body for rapid action in stressful situations.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy by slowing the heart rate, increasing intestinal and gland activity, and relaxing sphincter muscles in the gastrointestinal tract.

Thalamus

A vital structure in the brain that acts as a relay station, channeling sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Insula

A region of the brain involved in consciousness, homeostasis, and the regulation of emotions.