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Which of the following best describes a trait?
Which of the following best describes a trait?
- A temporary state of being that is highly influenced by situational factors
- A construct that can be directly observed and measured without inference
- A distinguishable and relatively enduring way in which one individual varies from another (correct)
- A behavior that is manifested consistently across all situations and contexts
How are traits inferred?
How are traits inferred?
- Through direct observation of the construct itself
- Through inference from overt behavior or the products of behavior (correct)
- By measuring the construct using standardized tests
- By analyzing the individual's genetic makeup
What is meant by the term 'relatively enduring' in the context of traits?
What is meant by the term 'relatively enduring' in the context of traits?
- Traits are entirely situation-dependent and have no stability across contexts
- Traits are expected to be manifested in behavior 100% of the time
- Traits are completely stable and never change throughout an individual's lifespan
- Traits may evolve over time, but they exhibit some degree of stability across situations (correct)
How does the context or situation influence the attribution of traits?
How does the context or situation influence the attribution of traits?
What is meant by the statement 'Attributions of a trait or state term are relative'?
What is meant by the statement 'Attributions of a trait or state term are relative'?
What is the purpose of making comparisons with a reference group when assessing psychological traits?
What is the purpose of making comparisons with a reference group when assessing psychological traits?
What is the significance of operationally defining a psychological construct before attempting to measure it?
What is the significance of operationally defining a psychological construct before attempting to measure it?
Why might a test developer choose to include items related to knowledge of Filipino history and social judgment in a test of adult intelligence?
Why might a test developer choose to include items related to knowledge of Filipino history and social judgment in a test of adult intelligence?
What is the primary purpose of using test-related behavior to predict non-test-related behavior?
What is the primary purpose of using test-related behavior to predict non-test-related behavior?
Why is it difficult to predict violence through testing?
Why is it difficult to predict violence through testing?
