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1. Which of the following statements fits best with Cattell\'s approach to trait

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Question

1.

Which of the following statements fits best with Cattell's approach to trait theory?

-Cattell tried to identify as many traits as possible using oblique factor analysis.

2.

Which of the following types of data that Cattell used for input to factor analysis was based on self-reports?

3.

Cattell labeled traits that were stable from one situation to another as

-situational traits

-envirnmental mold traits

5.

A specific type of motivation in Cattell's theory was

sentiments

7.

Which of these is an aspect of ergs

-all of these

9.

The Psychological Foundation awarded Cattell its Gold Medal for Life Achievement but it was not actually presented before his death. What was the reason for the delay.

none of the above

- He used a deductive approach to theory development.

Explanation / Answer

Which of the following statements fits best with Cattell's approach to trait theory?

Cattell tried to identify as many traits as possible using oblique factor analysis.

Which of the following types of data that Cattell used for input to factor analysis was based on self-reports?

Q data. Q data refers to questionnaire data that is based on self-reports.

Cattell labeled traits that were stable from one situation to another as:

Source traits. Source traits are described as the relatively stable 'building blocks' of personality.

A specific type of motivation in Cattell's theory was:

Ergs. Ergs denote a specific type of instinctual motivation that is the energy source of all behaviors.

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