personality and attitude

What is the main focus of trait theory in psychology?

• The stability and predictability of inherited traits

• The influence of environment on personality traits

• The variability of personality traits over time

• The impact of situational factors on behavior

What is the main focus of the Interactionist approach to personality and behavior?

• Personality traits are the sole determinants of behavior

• Situational factors have no impact on behavior

• The interaction between personality traits and the environment will impact behaviour

• Environment is the only factor influencing behavior

What does trait theory suggest about personality traits?

• They are influenced by the environment

• They are inherited from parents

• They are learned through experiences

• They are easily changed over time

What is the definition of personality in the context of psychology?

• A person's social status

• A person's physical appearance

• A person's unique psychological characteristics

• A person's level of intelligence

According to Hollander's model of personality, which layer reflects an individual's fairly permanent traits?

• The psychological core

• social environment

• role related behaviour

• typical response

What is Lewin's formula?

• B = P(FXE)

• P = F (B X E)

• B = F(P X E)

What is one way to resolve cognitive dissonance?

• Avoid thinking about the issue

• Ignore the conflicting thoughts

• Change one or more components of the attitude

• Seek professional help

Which component of the Triadic Model involves what the individual thinks (their knowledge and beliefs) about an object or person?

• cognitive

• affective

• behavioural

What is the mnemonic used to remember the components of the Triadic Model?

• LMN

• ABC

• XYZ

• STU

What are the three components of the Triadic Model of attitudes?

• Rational, Irrational, Impulsive

• Emotional, Physical, Social

• Cognitive, Affective, Behavioral

• Logical, Emotional, Volitional