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RCMultiple Choice

Forming and Changing Attitudes — Cumulative exam

Question 21 • SHS Alt Psychology S2 - 2021

Trait expression is thought to be mostly influenced by __________ whereas one's personality trait is said to be mostly influenced by __________. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Answer
A
environmental factors . . . biological factors
B
biological factors . . . environmental factors
C
psychological factors . . . situational factors
D
situational factors . . . psychological factors

Explanation

A personality trait is a relatively stable characteristic that is strongly influenced by biological factors, including genetics. How that trait is expressed can vary with a person’s environment, so environmental factors are the best match for trait expression. Therefore, the answer is “environmental factors . . . biological factors.”

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