The+Five-Factor+Model

Definition:
toc A model that describes personality using five broad dimensions, each of which is composed of a constellation of personality traits. Gen Psych, Chapter 11, Pg. 361

Examples:
There are 5 factors used to describe a personality: 1. Openness 2. Conscientiousness 3. Extraversion 4. Agreeableness 5. Neuroticism

Here is the Five Factor Personality Test: @http://personalitytest.org.uk/

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Analogies:
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Mnemonics:
OCEAN
 * O**penness
 * C**onscientiousness
 * E**xtraversion
 * A**greeableness
 * N**euroticism

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