Personality: Theories & Types
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With reference to Gordon Allport's trait theory of personality, which of the following statements is the most accurate and analytically correct regarding his hierarchical arrangement of 'Cardinal Traits', 'Central Traits', and 'Secondary Traits'?
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Understanding Gordon Allport's Trait Theory
Gordon Allport categorized personality traits into a hierarchy of three levels:
- Cardinal Traits: These are dominant, pervasive, and shape a person's entire life (e.g., altruism or narcissism). They are rare and typically develop later in life.
- Central Traits: These are foundational characteristics (5 to 10 in number) that form the building blocks of most people's personalities.
- Secondary Traits: These are preferences or attitudes that only appear in specific situations or under certain circumstances.
Therefore, statement A is analytically correct as cardinal traits are rare and intensely dominate an individual's behavioral patterns.
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