Deck 3: Personality and Affect

Question 1

If you believe that the ends justify the means, you are probably describing a view contained in the following personality trait.

A) Locus of control.
B) Personal control.
C) Machiavellianism.
D) Personal opinion.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Donna strongly believes that she has the capacity to successfully perform her task as a computer analyst. Donna probably has a high:

A) Self-esteem.
B) Self-confidence.
C) Pride.
D) Self-efficacy.

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Solomon is an employee who is always open to new ideas and processes. Using the Big Five personality theory, which dimension better describes Solomon?

A) Introversion.
B) Conscientiousness.
C) Openness to experience.
D) Emotional stability.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

People with low self-esteem would probably be ____________ by their peers?

A) More influenced.
B) Less influenced.
C) Moderately influenced.
D) As equally influenced.