Traits That Are Shared by More Than One Member of a Group

question 24

Multiple Choice

Traits that are shared by more than one member of a group because of common ancestry are known as:

• A)synapomorphies.
• B)homologies.
• C)analogies.
• D)cladistics.
• E)alternative character states.

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Definitions:

Positive Affect Disposition

An individual's predisposition to experience positive moods and emotions more frequently than negative ones.

Generalized Self-Efficacy

A person's belief in their ability to perform tasks across a variety of different situations and challenges.

Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment a person feels regarding their job, which can influence their performance, relationships, and overall well-being.

Kelley's Covariation Model

A psychological theory proposing that people make attributions about events based on observing consistencies, distinctiveness, and consensus over time.