Jamal and Liz are each given two tests of fearfulness, both rated on a 10-point scale, on which zero means no fear and 10 means maximum fear. In the first test, both Jamal and Liz are confronted with a vicious dog. Here, Jamal's fear rating is 9 points and Liz's is 5. In the second test, both are about to take a difficult examination. Here, Jamal's rating is 5 points and Liz's is 9. These results illustrate __________.

A) the unreliability of traits
B) differences in personal traits
C) the interaction of the situation with personality
D) none of the above

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ANDREW RIDDLE · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The results illustrate the interaction of the situation with personality, as Jamal and Liz showed different levels of fearfulness in response to different situations. This suggests that personality traits alone do not determine behavior, but are shaped by situational factors as well.

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