AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
Mischel's person–situation controversy argued that
A.behavior depends more on situations than traits predicted
B.traits explain everything
C.situations never matter
D.personality cannot be studied
Explanation
Core Concept
Personality tests weakly predicted specific actions — situations matter, though aggregate behavior across situations reveals stable traits.
Correct Answer
Abehavior depends more on situations than traits predicted
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