W6 | Cattell Personality Theory

Who was Raymond Cattell?

• A psychologist who wanted to make personality psychology more scientific.

• A biologist who studied animal behavior.

• A physicist known for his work on quantum mechanics.

• A sociologist who focused on group dynamics.

What method did Cattell use to study personality?

• Case studies

• Surveys

• Factor analysis

• Experiments

Which of the following is a surface trait?

• Talkativeness

• Extraversion

• Neuroticism

• Openness

What is the name of the test Cattell developed to measure personality traits?

• Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

• 16 Personality Factor (16PF) Questionnaire

• Big Five Personality Test

• Rorschach Inkblot Test

Which of the following is NOT one of Cattell’s 16 Personality Factors?

• Liveliness

• Dominance

• Openness

• Warmth

What is the main criticism of Cattell’s 16PF model?

• It is too simple.

• It is too complex and difficult to measure.

• It doesn’t use factor analysis.

• It only includes five factors.

Which of the following is an application of the 16PF in clinical psychology?

• Understanding a patient’s personality to inform treatment plans

• Matching individuals with suitable careers

• Studying job satisfaction

• Identifying students’ learning styles

Which trait from the Five-Factor Model (FFM) is similar to Cattell’s Extraversion factor?

• Neuroticism

• Agreeableness

• Extraversion

• Conscientiousness

What is the primary goal of Cattell’s research on personality?

• To prove that personality is unpredictable

• To discover the source traits that form the foundation of personality

• To create a simple model of personality

• To eliminate the use of personality tests

In which field is the 16PF used to match individuals with careers that suit their personality traits?

• Clinical Psychology

• Educational Psychology

• Career Counseling

• Organizational Behavior