Question

Melissa was reading her slam book from junior high, in which most of her friends described her as a dependable and reliable individual. In the context of the Big Five taxonomy, the personality dimension _____ best describes Melissa

Answer 1

Answer:

The personality dimension conscientiousness best describes Melissa.

Explanation:

The Big Five Personality Traits, there are 5 core traits and they can be high or low on an individual:

• Openness
• Conscientiousness
• Agreeableness
• Neuroticism
• Extraversion

In this case, Melissa's personality dimension can be understood as conscientiousness since this trait is known for being a thoughtful person as well as controlled, primarily with impulses. This person tends to be organized and mindful of his/her behavior and how it can affect others.

Melissa is described as dependable and as a reliable individual, main qualities of the conscientiousness personality dimension.