MBTI Dichotomies Flashcards
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Which of the four MBTI dichotomies describes how a person prefers to gather information?
Answer: Sensing vs. Intuition
The Sensing (S) vs. Intuition (N) dichotomy captures whether a person prefers concrete, factual details or abstract patterns and possibilities.
In MBTI, the Judging (J) preference most accurately indicates which of the following?
Answer: A preference for closure, planning, and structured decision-making
The J preference reflects a desire to have things settled, organized, and decided rather than keeping options open.
Someone who scores high on the Introversion (I) scale in MBTI is best described as which of the following?
Answer: Preferring to recharge through alone time and inward reflection
Introversion in MBTI refers to where a person draws energy — introverts are energized by solitude and internal processing, not necessarily shy.
The Thinking (T) vs. Feeling (F) dichotomy in MBTI primarily measures which of the following?
Answer: How a person makes decisions — via objective logic or personal values
The T-F dichotomy reflects decision-making style: Thinkers prioritize impersonal logic and fairness, while Feelers prioritize personal values and harmony.
Which of the four MBTI dichotomies was added by Isabel Briggs Myers and was NOT part of Carl Jung's original typology?
Answer: Judging vs. Perceiving
Isabel Briggs Myers added the Judging-Perceiving (J-P) scale to make Jung's typology more practical and observable in everyday behavior.
A person with a strong Perceiving (P) preference would most likely be described as which of the following?
Answer: Flexible, spontaneous, and comfortable keeping options open
The P preference reflects a desire to stay open to new information and adapt rather than commit to fixed plans.