Big Five personality traits: neuroticism
A person who is anxious, moody, and easily upset would score high on which Big Five trait?
Answer C: explanation for every choice
A
Openness reflects curiosity and imagination.
B
Conscientiousness reflects organization and dependability.
C
Correct. Neuroticism reflects emotional instability and a tendency toward negative emotions.
D
Agreeableness reflects warmth and cooperativeness.
TakeawayOCEAN: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, neuroticism.
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