Question 1

Identify and briefly discuss the characteristics of a good theory.

Accepted Answer

Generally, a good theory explains and pr

Question 2

The idea that our behavior at a given time stems from the motives we hold at that time emphasizes the concept of:

Accepted Answer

A)  individual differences. 
B)  internal consistency. 
C)  intrapersonal functioning. 
D)  personal distinctiveness. 
A)  individual differences. 
B)  internal consistency. 
C)  intrapersonal functioning. 
D)  personal distinctiveness.

Question 3

A good personality theory should be:

Accepted Answer

A)  abstract. 
B)  testable. 
C)  correct. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  abstract. 
B)  testable. 
C)  correct. 
D)  all of the above

Question 4

Higher BAS sensitivity relates to higher resting levels in the left prefrontal cortex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When we describe personality, we reduce a large amount of information to a smaller set.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The inheritance and evolution perspective:

Accepted Answer

A)  is the only biological perspective on personality. 
B)  could suggest that aspects of personality exist because they were adaptive millennia ago. 
C)  emphasizes how a parent's social experiences will influence his or her child's personality. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  is the only biological perspective on personality. 
B)  could suggest that aspects of personality exist because they were adaptive millennia ago. 
C)  emphasizes how a parent's social experiences will influence his or her child's personality. 
D)  all of the above

Question 7

Newer personality theories tend to be aimed at all aspects of personality whereas older theories tended to focus on more specific aspects of personality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The two basic functions of theories are to:

Accepted Answer

A)  explain and modify behavior. 
B)  describe and modify behavior. 
C)  describe and explain behavior. 
D)  explain and predict behavior. 
A)  explain and modify behavior. 
B)  describe and modify behavior. 
C)  describe and explain behavior. 
D)  explain and predict behavior.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a legitimate criticism of a psychological theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is too parsimonious. 
B)  It is based on laboratory animals in artificial settings. 
C)  It is based on the theorists' experiences conducting therapy. 
D)  It does not stimulate enthusiasm. 
A)  It is too parsimonious. 
B)  It is based on laboratory animals in artificial settings. 
C)  It is based on the theorists' experiences conducting therapy. 
D)  It does not stimulate enthusiasm.

Question 10

If a particular theory does not cover the entire domain of personality, it is not a valuable contribution to the field.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The term personality conveys a sense of__________ about an individual's qualities.

Accepted Answer

A)  diversity 
B)  consistency 
C)  complexity 
D)  inevitability 
A)  diversity 
B)  consistency 
C)  complexity 
D)  inevitability

Question 12

In the study of personality, consistency involves looking for continuity across:

Accepted Answer

A)  time. 
B)  similar situations. 
C)  situations that are relatively different from each other. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  time. 
B)  similar situations. 
C)  situations that are relatively different from each other. 
D)  all of the above

Question 13

Two core themes in personality psychology are individual differences and social functioning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When psychologists use the term personality they are likely referring to an abstraction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The BAS is an avoidance-based system, responsive to cues of punishment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Identify and briefly discuss the characteristics of a good theory.

The idea that our behavior at a given time stems from the motives we hold at that time emphasizes the concept of:

A good personality theory should be:

Higher BAS sensitivity relates to higher resting levels in the left prefrontal cortex.

When we describe personality, we reduce a large amount of information to a smaller set.

The inheritance and evolution perspective:

Newer personality theories tend to be aimed at all aspects of personality whereas older theories tended to focus on more specific aspects of personality.

The two basic functions of theories are to:

Which of the following is NOT a legitimate criticism of a psychological theory?

If a particular theory does not cover the entire domain of personality, it is not a valuable contribution to the field.

The term personality conveys a sense of__________ about an individual's qualities.

In the study of personality, consistency involves looking for continuity across:

Two core themes in personality psychology are individual differences and social functioning.

When psychologists use the term personality they are likely referring to an abstraction.

The BAS is an avoidance-based system, responsive to cues of punishment.

Methods in the Study of Personality

Issues in Personality Assessment

The Trait Perspective

The Motive Perspective

Genetics, Evolution, and Personality

Biological Processes and Personality

The Psychoanalytic Perspective

Psychosocial Theories

The Learning Perspective

Self-Actualization and Self-Determination

The Cognitive Perspective

The Self-Regulation Perspective

Personality in Perspective: Overlap and Integration

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Exam 1: What Is Personality Psychology

Identify and briefly discuss the characteristics of a good theory.

The idea that our behavior at a given time stems from the motives we hold at that time emphasizes the concept of:

A good personality theory should be:

Higher BAS sensitivity relates to higher resting levels in the left prefrontal cortex.

When we describe personality, we reduce a large amount of information to a smaller set.

The inheritance and evolution perspective:

Newer personality theories tend to be aimed at all aspects of personality whereas older theories tended to focus on more specific aspects of personality.

The two basic functions of theories are to:

Which of the following is NOT a legitimate criticism of a psychological theory?

If a particular theory does not cover the entire domain of personality, it is not a valuable contribution to the field.

The term personality conveys a sense of__________ about an individual's qualities.

In the study of personality, consistency involves looking for continuity across:

Two core themes in personality psychology are individual differences and social functioning.

When psychologists use the term personality they are likely referring to an abstraction.

The BAS is an avoidance-based system, responsive to cues of punishment.

Methods in the Study of Personality

Issues in Personality Assessment

The Trait Perspective

The Motive Perspective

Genetics, Evolution, and Personality

Biological Processes and Personality

The Psychoanalytic Perspective

Psychosocial Theories

The Learning Perspective

Self-Actualization and Self-Determination

The Cognitive Perspective

The Self-Regulation Perspective

Personality in Perspective: Overlap and Integration

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