AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Conscientious people have the work ethic. They are honest and depend-able, reliable and orderly, sensible and hard-working. They work harder and have what psychologists call “better adaptive social functioning” than their less conscientious peers. They are, for any employer, good news.

Detailed explanation-2: -Those with a high level of conscientiousness are highly organised, self disciplined and detail orientated whilst those who have a low level of conscientiousness struggle with motivation and find it difficult to complete tasks.

Detailed explanation-3: -People who are high in Conscientiousness tend to be responsible and goal-oriented. They make a plan and stick to it. They are often described as reliable, orderly, and hardworking. They make sure they get the details right and deliver on their promises.

Detailed explanation-4: -Conscientiousness is a fundamental personality trait-one of the Big Five-that reflects the tendency to be responsible, organized, hard-working, goal-directed, and to adhere to norms and rules.