In research on the need for achievement, individual differences are usually measured:
Correct answer: C. with the Thematic Apperception Test
- A. by observing subjects' actual behavior in competitive situations
- B. by interviewing subjects about their achievement needs
- C. with the Thematic Apperception Test
- D. With the Minnesota Multiphasic personality Inventory
Explanation
The Thematic Apperception Test uses ambiguous stories and pictures to reveal implicit motives, including the need for achievement. Interviews and direct observation are less suitable for measuring motives that people may not consciously report.
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