16 PF Questionnaire
16 PF Questionnaire
16 PF
WHAT TO D0 : Inside this booklet are some questions to see what attitudes and
interests you have. There are no "right" and "wrong" arnswers because everyone
has the right to his own views. To be able to get the best advice from your
results, you will want to answer them exactly and truly.
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If a separate "Answer Sheet" has not been given to you, turn this booklet
and tear off the Answer Sheet on the back page.
line of the
Write your name and all other information asked for on the top
Answer Sheet.
irst you should answer the four sample questions below so that you can see
whether you need to ask anything before starting. Although you are to read the
questions in this booklet, you must record your answers on the answer sheet
(alongside the same number as in the booklet),
There are three possible answers to each question. Read the following examples and
sheet where it says "Examples." Fil! in
mark your answers at the top of your answer
the left-hand box if your answer choice is the "a" answer, in the middle box is your
answer.
answer choice is the b answer, and in the right-hand box if you choose the "c"
EXAMPLES :
1. Ilike to watch team games. 3. Money cannot bring happiness.
a. yes, b. occasionally, C. no. a. yes (true), b. in between. c. no (false).
2. I prefer people who : 4. Woman is to child as cat is to:
a. are reserved, a. kitten, b. dog, c. boy.
b. (are) in between,
C. make friends quickly.
In the last example there is a right answer-kitten. But there are very few such
reasoning items.
Ask now if anything is not clear. The examiner will tell you in a moment to turn
the page and start.
When you answer, keep these four points in mind
1 You are asked not to spend time pondering. Give the first, natur a!
answer as it comes to yOu. Of course, the questions are to0 short
to give you all the particulars you would sometimes like to have. For
instance, the above question, asks you about "team games" and you
mght be fonder of football than basketball. But you are to reply "for
the average game," or to strike an average in situations of the kind
stated. Give the best answer you can at a rate not slower than five or
six a minute. You should finish in alittle more than half an hour.
2. Try not to fall back on the middle, "uncertain" answers except when
the answer at either end is cally impossible for you--perhaps once
every four or five questions.
3 Be sure not to skip anything, but answer every question, somehow.
Some nay not apply to you very wel, but give you: best guess. Somne
sheets are kept
may seem personal; but remember that the answer
confidential and cannot be scored without a special stencil key. Answers
to par icular questions are not inspected.
4 Answer as honestly as possible what is true of you. Do not merely
mark what seems the right thing to say" to inpress the examiner.
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1. Ihave the instructions for this test clearly in 14. You can almost always notice on a man's face
mind. when he is dishonest.
a. yes, b. uncertain, c. no. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
2. I am ready to answer each question as 15. It would be good for everyone if vacations
truth-fully as possible. (holidays) were longer and everyone had to
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no. take them.
a. agree, b. uncertain, c. disagree.
3. I would rather have a house:
a. in a sociable subuYb, 16. Iwould rather take the gamble of a job with
b. in between, possibly large but uneven earnings, than one
c. alone in the deep woods. with a steady small salary.
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no.
4. Ican find enough energy to face my difficulties.
a. always, b. generally, c. seldom. 17. I talk about my feelings :
a. only if necessary,
\5. Ifeel a bit nervous of wild animals even when b. in between,
they are in strong cages. c. readily, whenever I have a chance.
a. yes (true), b. uncertajn, c. no (false).
18. Once in a while 1 have a sense of vague
6. I hold back from eriticizing people and their danger or sudden dread for reasons that I do
ideas. not understand.
a. yes, b. sometimes, c. no. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
7. Imake smart, sarcastic remarks to people if I 19.When criticized wrongly for something I did
think they deserve it. not do, I:
a. generally, b. sometimes, c. never. a. have no feeling of guilt,
b. in between,
8. I prefer semiclassical music topopular tunes. c. still feel a bit guilty.
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
20. Money can buy almost everything.
9. If I saw two neighbors' children fighting, I a. yes, b. uncertain, c. no.
would :
a. leave them to settle it, 21. My decisions are governed more by my :
b. uncertain, a. heart,
C. reason with them,
b. feelings and reason equally,
C. head.
10. On socialoccasions I :
a. readily come forward, 22. Most people would be happier if they lived
b. in between, more with their fellows and did the same
c. prefer to stay quietly in the background. things as others.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
11. It would be more interesting to be:
a. a construction engineer, 23. I occasionally get puzzled, when looking in a
b. uncertain, mirror, as to which is my right and left.
c. a writer of plays. a. true, b. uncertain, C. false.
12. Iwould rather stop in the street to watch an 24. When talking, I like :
artist painting than listen to some people a. to say things, just as they occur to me,
having a quarrel. b. in between,
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false. c. to get my thoughts well organized firet.
13. Ican generally put up with conceited people, 25. When something really makes me furious, I
even though they brag or show they think too find Icalm down again quite quickly.
well of themselves. a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no. (End, column 1 on answer sheet.)
26. With the same hours and pay, it would be 39. For parents, it is more important to :
more interesting to be : a. help their children develop their affections,
a. a carpenter or cook,
b. uncertain, b.in between,
c. teach their children how to control emotions.
C. awaiter in'a good restaurant.
27. Ihave been elected to : 40. In a group task Iwould rather:
a. try to improve arrangements,
a. only a few offices, b. in between,
b. several, c. keep the records and see that rules
C. many offices.
are followed.
28. "Spade" is to "dig" as knife" is to :
a. sharp, b. cut, c. point. 41. Ifeel aneed every now and then to engage in
a tough physical activity.
29. Isometimes can't get to sleep because an idea a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
keeps running through my mind. 42. I would rather mix with polite people than
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
rough, rebellious individuals.
30. In my personal life I reach the goals I set, a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
almost all the time.
&. true, b. uncertain, c. false. 43. Ifeel terribly dejected when people criticize
me in a group.
31, An out-dated 1law should be changed: a. true, b. in between, c. false.
R.only after considerable discussion,
b. in between 44. IfIam called in by my boss, I:
a. make it a chance to ask for
C. promptly.
something I want,
32. I am uncomfortable when Iwork on a project b. in between,
requiring quick action affecting others. c. fear I've done something wrong.
a. true, b. in between, c. false.
45. What this world needs is :
33. Most of the people I know would rate mè as
a, more steady and solid" citizens,
an amusing talker. b. uncertain,
a.yes, b. uncertain, c. no. C. more "idealists" with plans fora better
world,
34. When Isee "sloppy," untidy people, I:
a. just accept it, 46. I am always keenly aware of attempts at
b. in between,
propaganda in things I read.
C. get disgusted and annoyed. a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no.
35. I get slightly embarrassed if I suddenly become 47. As a teenager, I joined in school sports :
the focus of attention in a social group. a. occasion ally,
a. yes, b. in between, C. no. b. fairly often,
36. I am always glad to join a large gathering, for C. a great deal.
example, a party, dance, or public meeting. 48. Ikeep my room well organized, with
a. yes, b. in between, c. no. known places almnost all the time. things in
37. In school I preferred (or prefer): a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
a. music, 49. I sometimes get in a state of
b. uncertain, tension and
turmoil asI think of the day's happenings.
c. handwork and crafts. a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
38. When l have been put in charge of something, 50. Isometimes doubt whether
I insist that my instructions are followed or to are really interested in people I am talking
else I resign. what
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
I am saying.
a. yes, b. sometimes, c. no. (End, column 2 on answer sheet.)
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51. IfI had to choose, Iwould rather be. 63. If someone got mad at. me, I would :
A. a forester, a. try to calm him down,
b. uncertain, b. uncertain,
c. a high school teacher. C. get irritated.
52. For special holidays and birthdays, I : 64. When I read an unfair magazine article, I arn
a. like to give personal presents, more inclined to forget it than to feel like
b. uncertain, "hitting back."
c. feel that buying prescnts is a bit of a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
a nuisance.
65. My memory tends to drop a lot of
53. "Tired" is o "work" as "proud" is to : unimportant, trivial things, for example,
names of streets or stores in town
a. smile, b. success, c. happy. a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
54. Which of the following items is different in 66. I could enjoy the life of an animal doctor,
kind from the others ? handling disease and surgery of animals.
a. candle, b. moon, c. electric light. a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
55. Ihave been let down by my friends: 67. I eat my food with gusto, not always 50
a. hardly ever, carefully and properly as some people.
b. occasion ally, a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
C. quite a lot.
68. There are times when I don't feel in the right
56. I have some characteristics in which I feel mood to see anyone
definitely superior to most people. a. very rarely,
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no. b. in between,
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76. In starting a useful invention, Iwould prefer: 89. Business superiors or members of my family,
as a rule, find fault with me only when there
a. working on it in the laboratory, is real cause.
b. uncertain,
C. selling it to people. a. true, b. in between, c. false.
90. In streets or stores, I dislike the way some
77. "Surprise" is to "strange" as fear" is to : persons stare at people.
a. brave, b. anxious, c. terrible. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
78. Which of the following fractions is not in the 91. On a long journey, I would prefer to :
same class as the others ? a. read something profound, but interesting,
a. 3/7, b. 3/9, c. 3/11. b. uncertain,
C. pass the timne talking casually with
79. Somne people secm to ignore or avoid me, a fellow passenger.
although I don't know why.
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false. 92. In a situation which may become dangerous, I
believe in making a fuss and speaking up
80. People treat me less reasonably than my good even if calmness and politeness are lost.
intentionsdeserve. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
a. often, b. occasionally, C. never.
93. i1 acquaintances treat mne badly and show
81. The use of foul language, even when it is not they dislike me :
in a mixed group of men and women, still a. it doesn't upset me a bit,
disgusts me. b. in between,
c. I tend to get downhearted.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
94. I find it embarrassing to have praise or
82. I have decidedly fewer friends than most compliments bestowed on me.
people. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
83. I would hate to be where there wouldn't be a 95. I would rather have a jobwith:
lot of people to talk to. a. a fixed, certain salary,
b. in between,
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
C. a larger salary, which depended on my
84. People sometimes call me careless, even constantly persuading people I am
worth it.
though they think I'm a likable person.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no. 96. To keep informed, I like:
a. to discuss issues with people,
85. "Stage-fright" in various social situations is b. in between,
something Ihave experienced : c. to rely on the actual news reports.
a. quite often,
b. occasion ally, 97. I like to take an active part in social affairs,
c. hardly ever. committee work, etc.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
86. When I am in asmall group, Iam content to
sit back and let others do most of the talking. 98. In carrying out a task, I am not satisfied unless
a. yes, b. in between, c. no. even the minor details are given close attention.
a. true, b. in between, c. false.
87. I prefer reading: 99. Quite small setbacks occasionally irritate me
a. a realistic account of military or too much.
political battles, a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
b. uncertain,
C. a sensitive, imaginative novel. 100. I am always a sound sleeper, never walking
or talking in my sleep.
88. When bossy people try to "push me around," I a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
do just the opposite of what they wish.
a. yes, b. in between, c. n0. (End, column 4 on answer shoet.)
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101. It would be nmore interesting to work in a 113. ItIam quite sure that a person is unjust or
business
a. talking to customers,
behaving selfishly, Ishow him up, even if it
takes some trouble.
b. in between, a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
c. keeping office accounts and records.
114. Isometimes make foolish remarks in fun, just
102. "Size" is to "length" as "dishonest" is to. tosurprise people and see what they will say.
a. prison, b. sin, c. stealing. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
103. AB is to dc as SR is to : 115. I would enjoy being a newspaper writer or
a. qp, b. pq, C. tu. drama, concerts, opera, etc.
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no.
104. When people are unreasonable, I just :
a. keep quiet, 116. I never feel the urge to doodle and fidget
b. uncertain, when kept sitting stillat a meeting.
c. despise them. a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
105. If people talk loudly while I am listening to 117. If someone tells me something which I know
music, I: is wrong, Iam more likely tosay to myself :
a. "He is a liar,"
a. can keep my mind on the music and not b. in between,
be bothered,
b. in between, c. "Apparently he is misinformed."
c. find it spoils my enjoymnent and annoys me. 118. I feel some punishment is coming to me even
when I have done nothing wrong.
106. I think I am better described as :
a. often, b. occasionally, c. never.
a. polite and quiet,
b. in between, 119. The idea that sickness comes as much from
c. forceful. mental as physical causes is much exaggerated.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
107. I attend social functions only when I have to,
and stay away any other time. 120. The pomp and splendor of any big state cere
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no. mony are things which should be preseryed.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
108. To be cautious and expect little is better than to
be happy at heart, always expecting success. 121. It bothers me if people think I am being too
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false. unconventional or odd.
a. a lot, b. somewhat, c. not at all.
109. In thinking of difficulties in my work, I :
a. try to plan ahead, before I meet them, 122. In constructing something I would rather
b. in between, work :
C. assume I can handle them when they come. a. with a committee,
b.uncertain,
110. I find it easy to mingle among people at a C. on my own.
social gathering.
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false. 123. I have periods when it's hard to stop a mood
of self-pity.
111. When a bit of diplomacy and persuasion are a. often, b. occasionally, c. never.
needed to get people moving, Iam generally
the one asked to do it. 124. Often I get angry with people too quickly.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no. a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
112. It would be more interesting to be : 125. I can always change old habits without
a. a guidance worker helping young people difficulty and without slipping back.
find jobs, a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
b. uncertain,
C. a manager in efficiency engineering. (End, column 5 on answer sheet.)
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126. If the earnings were the same, I would 139. If a good remark of mine is passed by, I:
rather be : a. let it go,
a. a lawyer,
b. uncertain, b. in between,
C. a navigator or pilot. C. give people a chance to hear it again.
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15L It would be more intoresting tobo :
n. an artist, 165. Talk with ordinary, habit-bound, conventional
b. uncertain, people :
c. a sceretary a. is often quite interesting and has a lot
running a club. to it,
152. Which of the following words does b. in between,
not
properly belong with the others ? C. annoys me because it deals with trifles
a. any, b. some, c. most. and lacks depth.
153. "Flame" is to "heat" as "rose" is to: 166. Somelthings make me so angry that I find it
a. thorn, b. red petals, c. scent. best not to speak.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
154. Ihave vivid dreams, disturbing my sleep.
a. often, 167. In education, it is more important to :
b. occasionally, a. give the child enough affection,
c. practically never. b. in between,
c. have the child learn desirable habits
155. If the odds are really against something's being and attitudes.
asuccess, I still believe in taking the risk.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no. 168. Pecple regard me as a solid, undisturbed
156. Ilike it when Iknow so well what the group person, unmoved by ups and downs in
has to do that I naturally become the one in circumstances.
command. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no. i69. I think society should let reason lead it to
new customs and throw aside old habits or
157. I would rather dress with quiet correctness mere traditions,
than with eye-catching personal style. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
170. I think it is more important in the modern
158. An evening with a quiet hobby appeals to me world to solve :
more than a lively party. a. the question of moral purpose,
a. true, b. uncertain, c. false. b. uncertain,
159. Iclose my mind to well-meant suggestions of c. the political difficulties.
others, even though I know I shouldn't. 171, I learn better by :
a. occasionally, b. hardly ever, C. never.
a. reading a well-written book,
160. I always make it a point in deciding anything, b. in between,
to refer to basic rules of right and wrong. c. joining a group discussion.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
172. Ilike to go my own way instead of act1ng on
161. Isomewhat dislike having a group watch me approved rules.
at work. a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
162. Because it is not always possible to get 173. I like to wait till Iam sure that what I am saying
is correct, before I put forth an argument.
things done by gradual, reasonable methods, a. always,
it is sometimes necessary to use force. b.generally,
a. true, b. in between, c. false. C. only if it's practicable.
163. In school I preferred (or prefer):
a. English, 174. Small things sometimes "get on my nerves"
b. uncertain, unbearably, though Irealize they are trivial.
A. yes, b. in between, c. no.
C. mathematics or arithmetic.
175. I don't often say things on the spur of the
164. I have sometimes been troubled by people's moment that I greatly regret.
saying bad things about me behind my back, a. true, b. uncertain, c. false.
with no grounds at all.
a. yes, b. uncertain, c. no. (End, column 7 on answer sheet.)
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176. If asked to work with a charity drive. I 182. Iam considered a very enthusiastic person.
would.
a. accept, a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
b. uncertain,
C. politely say I'm too busy. 183. I like a job that offers change, variety, and
travel, even if it involves some danger.
A77. Which of the following words a. yes, b. in between, c. n0.
does not
belong with the others ?
a. wide, b. zigzag, c. straight. 184. I am a fairly strict person, insisting on
always doing things as correctly as possible.
178. "Soon" is to "never" as "near" to. a. true, b. in between, c. false.
a. nowhere, b. far, c. away.
185. I enjoy work that requires conscientious,
179. IfImake an awkward social mistake. I cain exacting skills.
soon forget it. a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
a. yes, b. in between, C. no.
186. I'm the energetic type who keeps busy.
180. I am known as an idea man" who almost
a. yes, b. uncertain, c. no.
always puts forward some ideas on a problm.
a. yes, b. in between, c. no.
187. I am sure there are no questions that I have
181. I think I am better at showing. skipped or failed to answer properly.
a. yes, b. uncertain, C. no.
a. nerve in meeting challenges,
b. uncertain,
(End of test.)
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