Question

Match the traits listed in List-I with their explanation listed in List-II.

List-I	(Traits)	List-II	(Explanation)
A	Cardinal Traits	(I)	Based on 3 factors
B	Central Traits	(II)	That reflect only in certain circumstances
C	Assessment of Traits	(III)	Building blocks that shape most of our behaviour
D	Secondary Traits	(IV)	Dominant behaviour

• (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
• (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Cardinal traits are dominant traits, central traits shape most of our behavior, and secondary traits reflect in certain circumstances. Assessment is based on 3 factors.

Answer 2

Cardinal traits are dominant traits that have a profound influence on an individual's personality and behavior. These traits are so central that they tend to define a person’s entire identity and actions. For example, someone with a cardinal trait of altruism may exhibit selflessness in nearly all aspects of life.

Central traits are characteristics that shape much of our behavior, though they may not dominate a person’s identity as cardinal traits do. These traits, such as honesty or kindness, influence behavior in a variety of situations but are not as all-encompassing as cardinal traits. Central traits provide a more balanced and accurate reflection of a person’s overall personality.

Secondary traits are traits that appear only under specific circumstances or in particular situations. These traits are less consistent than central traits and may be exhibited in certain moods, social settings, or environmental conditions. Examples include preferences or habits that only emerge in certain contexts.

The assessment of these traits is based on three key factors: intensity, which determines how strongly a trait influences behavior; frequency, which assesses how often the trait is displayed; and consistency, which evaluates how reliably the trait appears across different situations.