Asked by Brittany Largo on Apr 25, 2024

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Which of the following traits has been of particular interest to Eysenck?

A) Intelligence.
B) Autonomic reactivity.
C) Conscientiousness.
D) Extraversion-introversion.

Eysenck

A psychologist known for his work in the fields of personality, behavior genetics, and the biological basis of intelligence.

Extraversion-Introversion

A personality dimension that characterizes individuals on a continuum from outgoing and energy-gathering from external sources (extraversion) to quiet and energy-gathering from internal sources (introversion).

Autonomic Reactivity

The degree to which the autonomic nervous system responds to stress or emotional stimuli, affecting heart rate, breathing, and other involuntary functions.

  • Understand the significance of biological viewpoints on personality, focusing on genetics' influence on personality characteristics.
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Kirsten Werner

Apr 26, 2024

Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Eysenck was particularly interested in the traits of extraversion-introversion, which he believed were linked to differences in cortical arousal levels. He developed a model of personality that included three dimensions: extraversion-introversion, neuroticism-emotional stability, and psychoticism.