Understanding Personality and Diversity

Is intelligence inherited?

• Yes

• No

What are the two types of performance tests according to the British Psychological Society?

• Typical performance

• Maximum performance

What are the four main functions of attitudes?

• Knowledge

• Expressive

• Instrumental

• Ego defensive

What does Locus of Control measure?

• The degree to which people believe they are masters of their own fate

• The ability to control external factors

What are the three scales used to measure one's locus of control?

• Internal Scale

• Powerful Others Scale

• Chance Scale

What is Machiavellianism?

• A person's tendency to deceive and manipulate others for personal gain

• A personality trait that indicates kindness

What is the MACH-IV test used for?

• Measuring a person's level of Machiavellianism

• Assessing emotional intelligence

What is the scoring range for each scale in the locus of control measurement?

• 0 to 48

• 0 to 100

What is the response scale for the MACH-IV test?

• 1=strongly disagree, 5=strongly agree

• 1=neutral, 5=very agree

What is the primary focus of personality psychology?

• Understanding individual differences in behavior and thought

• Studying the biological basis of behavior