AP®PsychologyCollege BoardExam QuestionsSocial Psychology & PersonalityTheories of Personality

Theories of Personality (College Board AP® Psychology): Exam Questions

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A man receives critical feedback from his manager about his performance at work. Rather than reflecting on the feedback, he becomes angry and goes home to argue with his partner over minor household issues. His partner, confused by his sudden irritability, asks what is wrong. He insists nothing is wrong at work and instead blames his partner for being messy and disorganized.

Which of the following defense mechanisms best explains the man's behavior?

  • Repression

  • Rationalization

  • Displacement

  • Projection

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A therapist listens attentively to her client without judging, criticizing, or placing conditions on her acceptance of him. She expresses care for the client regardless of what he shares.

According to Carl Rogers, which of the following best describes what the therapist is providing?

  • Unconditional positive regard

  • Conditions of worth

  • Self-actualization

  • Systematic desensitization

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