Questions and Answers
A self-actualized person, according to Abraham Maslow, is one who strives to:
If Maxine is fully functioning, according to Carl Rogers, then:
While completing the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), the test taker must:
The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) would be an example in large part of a(n):
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What is the primary difference between aptitude and achievement tests?
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If you were to complete the shyness scale from the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2), you would most likely:
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Paul has a personality in which the superego dominates; therefore, Paul would most likely be:
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Which of Freud's three parts of personality realistically moderates between desires and morals?
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Psychoanalysis is the personality theory that states:
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Twenty-year-old Tony completes the Strong-Campbell Interest Inventory. His answers are compared with:
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Sally takes a test that asks her to guess the position of two gears after they have rotated. Most likely Sally is taking a(n):
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Which of the following personality traits seem to remain the same regardless of age?
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According to Alfred Adler, why would ten-year-old Carly always claim that she is right?
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Rita is asked on a test if she would rather fly a kite or race a car. Most likely, Rita is taking a(n):
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If a test is valid, it will:
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Study Notes
Self-Actualization
- A self-actualized person strives to live up to his or her potentials, according to Abraham Maslow.
Fully Functioning
- Carl Rogers defines a fully functioning individual as one who unites their real self with their ideal self.
Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
- During the TAT, test takers create stories based on viewing pictures.
Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)
- The SAT exemplifies an achievement test, measuring knowledge in various subjects.
Aptitude vs. Achievement Tests
- Aptitude tests predict future performance, while achievement tests assess knowledge already acquired.
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2)
- Completing the shyness scale in MMPI-2 involves answering true-false questions about shyness.
Superego Dominance
- Personality dominated by the superego often results in quiet and fearful behavior.
Ego in Freud's Theory
- The ego realistically moderates between desires and morals, balancing personal wants and social rules.
Psychoanalysis
- This personality theory asserts that hidden forces significantly influence behavior and personality.
Strong-Campbell Interest Inventory
- Tony's results from the Strong-Campbell Interest Inventory are compared with others in various occupations.
Gears Test
- A test assessing gear positioning after rotation is classified as an aptitude test.
Consistent Personality Traits
- Certain traits like friendliness, rule-following, and comfort levels tend to remain stable regardless of age.
Alfred Adler's Perspective
- Carly’s insistence on being right may stem from a desire to seem important and mask insecurities.
Vocational Interest Test
- Preference questions regarding activities like flying a kite or racing a car indicate a vocational interest test.
Test Validity
- A valid test measures what it is supposed to assess effectively.
Rorschach Test Reliability
- The Rorschach test is characterized by poor validity and reliability.
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Description
Test your understanding of key psychology concepts including self-actualization, personality tests, and the differences between aptitude and achievement assessments. This quiz covers foundational theories by Maslow, Rogers, and Freud, highlighting the distinctions in psychological evaluations.
