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1. Socializing and talking to people energizes me.
Rarely or Never
Sometimes Almost Always
2. I feel uncomfortable at social events where I don’t know many people,
but I enjoy talking one-on-one with someone I have a connection with.
Rarely or Never
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3. Generally I am a practical, realistic, and matter-of-fact
type person.
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4. It can be hard for me to stay focused on the present because I
often speculate about several ideas at once.
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5. I value my ability to think and make decisions logically and
clearly.
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6. I value my ability to be empathetic and compassionate.
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7. I dislike having things undecided.
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8. I am relatively easygoing, adaptable, and flexible. When
there are last-minute changes, I just adapt to them.
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9. I am relatively easy to get to know and most people find me
friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic.
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10. I like to spend a lot of time alone.
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11. I am more interested in facts and figures than in theories.
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12. I tend to use metaphors and analogies when describing or
explaining something.
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13. I like to debate and defend my point of view. Sometimes, just to
challenge my intellect, I argue both sides of an issue.
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14. I like to talk about interpersonal relationships and emotions.
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15. I find it hard to relax or concentrate if my environment is
disorganized or cluttered.
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16. It’s not that I lack focus, I just have my own way of going
back and forth from one project to another.
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17. I am comfortable being with and meeting new people.
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18. I tend to have a few close friends on whom I focus most of my
attention, rather than a lot of acquaintances.
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19. I prefer tasks that have a practical application and produce
tangible results.
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20. I rely on hunches, inspiration, and imagination for a lot of my
information.
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21. I have been accused of not paying attention to other
people’s needs and feelings.
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22. I make “to do” lists and feel satisfied when I check off a
completed task.
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23. I like to start new projects; I’ll usually start the next one
before finishing the one I’m on.
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24. In my decision-making process, how others will
be affected carries a lot of weight.
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25. I enjoy being the center of attention.
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26. Instead of approaching others, I wait for them to approach me.
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27. I tend to speak, hear, and interpret things literally.
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28. I like to think about new possibilities and focus on the
“might be.”
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29. People sometimes see me as impersonal and overly analytical.
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30. It is important to be tactful as well as truthful.
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31. I have my particular ways of doing things. I don’t like it
when others try to change my schedule, especially at the last minute.
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32. Being on schedule is not the most important thing in my life.
Deadlines give me a general idea of when something’s due.
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33. I am quite talkative and often prefer verbal over written
communication.
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34. People often perceive me as shy or aloof.
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35. I am a good observer. I notice my surroundings and often
remember the details.
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36. I am oriented toward the future and like to do things in untried
and innovative ways. I dislike routine and repetition.
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37. I can be blunt and outspoken.
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38. Being appreciated and approved of are very important to me.
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39. I like to have a place for everything and have everything in its
place.
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40. I don’t usually make “to do” lists, but if I do, going
back to check things off is not important. Writing things down is
reminder enough.
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41. I can find something to talk about with almost
anyone.
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42. I take time to consider what I am going to say
before I speak.
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43. I like hands-on projects such as making model cars, assembling
things, or doing needlework.
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44. I look for underlying patterns and “the big picture.” I
don’t like getting caught up in specific details.
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45. I tend to pay attention to others’ thoughts
more than to their feelings.
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46. I look for the good in people and things.
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47. I often wait until a deadline is near before concentrating on
completing a task.
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48. Before beginning a task or project, I like to review what I’ll
need and make sure everything’s on hand.
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49. I have quite a few friends and acquaintances.
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50. I feel drained if I spend a lot of time with people. Even
talking on the phone for too long can be exhausting.
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51. I like utilizing and developing the skills I already have.
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52. I watch for, and pay attention to,
implications and inferences.
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53. I don’t like to put my emotions on
display.
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54. People tend to seek me out for warmth and
nurturing.
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55. Being on time is important to me, and I don't understand when it
isn't important to others.
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56. My way of organizing my room or work space can appear disorganized
to
others.
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57. Being alone for too long makes me lonely and restless.
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Sometimes Almost Always
58. I prefer to work alone on projects and tasks.
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Sometimes Almost Always
59. I have a great capacity for enjoying the here and now and am
often content to let things be.
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60. I “read between the lines” and imagine or speculate about
what is not stated.
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61. I usually make decisions based on the general principles of
justice and logic more than on personal circumstances or concerns.
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62. It is difficult for me to tell others what I want or need.
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63. I like to do things by schedules and time frames. Lack of a plan
makes me uncomfortable..
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64. Even when I have unfinished work I can
relax or play.
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65. I have to watch myself to make sure I allow others a chance to
speak.
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66. I am very careful and discriminatory about who I will begin
friendships with.
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67. I rely on my personal experiences to decide what is real and certain.
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68. I pay little attention to what is going on in my immediate
surroundings. I can be very unaware of the here and now.
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69. Truth is more important than tact.
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70. I find it hard to tell people when I disagree with them.
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71. I don’t like to leave work undone, and I like to
finish one project before starting another.
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72. I don't like to make a decision until I absolutely have to.
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73. I develop my ideas and reach conclusions by talking. I tend to
think out loud.
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74. I evade being the center of attention.
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75. I concentrate on what is happening now rather than speculating too far in
the future.
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76. I like exploring abstractions and theories and sometimes find the details
of everyday life boring.
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77. I don’t hesitate to critique or correct people.
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78.Some think I am overly sensitive and take criticism too personally.
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79. I cannot relax and have fun if my work is not done.
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80. I like being spontaneous. The unexpected is enjoyable.
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