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Personality as traits.

Arnold H. Buss
- 01 Nov 1989 - 
- Vol. 44, Iss: 11, pp 1378-1388
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The personality traits in the right column and tick the traits that describe you are: Dependable, well-organized, responsible, conscientious, self-confident, honest, and self-control as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract
2. Please take a look at the personality traits in the right column and tick the traits that describe you. □ Dependable □ Well-organized □ Responsible □ Good selfcontrol □ High achiever □ Cautious □ Spoilt □ Objective □ Demanding □ Conscientious □ Independent □ Self-confident □ Reliable □ High achiever □ Serious □ Supporter of law and order □ Humorous □ A perfectionist □ Patient □ Disorganized □ Introvert □ Dependent □ Diligent □ Irresponsible □ Spoilt □ Impatient □ Uncomplicated □ Outgoing □ Creative □ A negotiator □ Shy and quiet □ Calm □ Even-tempered □ Competitive □ Easygoing □ Friendly □ A peace-maker □ A people-pleaser □ A great listener □ Responsible □ Bossy □ Intimidating □ Competent □ Studious □ Extrovert □ Messy □ Amiable □ Picky 3. Are there any other personality traits you have but cannot find on the list above? Please write them in the right column.

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