PS: Hexaco

Question 1

HEXACO Skalen

Answer 1

• Honesty/ Humility
• Emotionality
• Extraversion
• Agreeableness
• Conscioutisness
• Openness

Question 2

Signs of High H

Answer 2

• avoid manipulating others for personal gain
• feel little temptation to break rules
• are uninterested in lavish wealth and luxuries
• feel no special entitlement to elevated social status.

Question 3

Signs of Low H

Answer 3

• flatter others to get what they want
• are inclined to break rules for personal profit
• are motivated by material gain, and feel a strong sense of self-importance

Question 4

Signs of High E

Answer 4

• experience fear of physical dangers
• experience anxiety in response to life’s stresses
• feel a need for emotional support from others
• and feel empathy and sentimental attachments with others

Question 5

Signs of Low E

Answer 5

• not deterred by the prospect of physical harm
• feel little worry even in stressful situations
• have little need to share their concerns with others
• and feel emotionally detached from others

Question 6

Signs of High X

Answer 6

• feel positively about themselves
• feel confident when leading or addressing groups of people
• enjoy social gatherings and interactions
• and experience positive feelings of enthusiasm and energy

Question 7

Signs of Low X

Answer 7

• consider themselves unpopular
• feel awkward when they are the center of social attention
• are indifferent to social activities
• and feel less lively and optimistic than others do.

Question 8

Signs of High A

Answer 8

• forgive the wrongs that they suffered
• are lenient in judging others
• are willing to compromise and cooperate with others
• and can easily control their temper

Question 9

Signs of Low A

Answer 9

• hold grudges against those who have harmed them
• are rather critical of others’ shortcomings
• are stubborn in defending their point of view
• and feel anger readily in response to mistreatment.

Question 10

Signs of High C

Answer 10

• organize their time and their physical surroundings
• work in a disciplined way toward their goals
• strive for accuracy and perfection in their tasks
• and deliberate carefully when making decisions

Question 11

Signs of Low C

Answer 11

• tend to be unconcerned with orderly surroundings or schedules
• avoid difficult tasks or challenging goals
• are satisfied with work that contains some errors
• and make decisions on impulse or with little reflection

Question 12

Signs of High O

Answer 12

• become absorbed in the beauty of art and nature
• are inquisitive about various domains of knowledge
• use their imagination freely in everyday life
• and take an interest in unusual ideas or people

Question 13

Signs of Low O

Answer 13

• are rather unimpressed by most works of art
• feel little intellectual curiosity
• avoid creative pursuits
• and feel little attraction toward ideas that may seem radical or unconventional.

Question 14

Honesty-Humility Domain

Answer 14

• Sincerity
• Fairness
• Greed Avoidance
• Modesty

Question 15

Emotionality Domain

Answer 15

• Fearfulness
• Anxiety
• Dependence
• Sentimentality

Question 16

Extraversion Domain

Answer 16

• Social Self-esteem
• Social boldness
• Sociability
• Liveliness

Question 17

Agreeableness Domain

Answer 17

• Forgivingness
• Gentleness
• Flexibility
• Patience

Question 18

Conscientiousness Domain

Answer 18

• Organization
• Diligence
• Perfectionism
• Prudence

Question 19

Openness to Experience Domain

Answer 19

• Aesthetic Appreciation
• Inquisitiveness
• Creativity
• Unconventionality

Question 20

The Sincerity scale

Answer 20

H
assesses a tendency to be genuine in interpersonal relations. Low scorers will flatter others or pretend to like them in order to obtain favors, whereas high scorers are unwilling to manipulate others.

Question 21

The Fairness scale

Answer 21

H
assesses a tendency to avoid fraud and corruption. Low scorers are willing to gain by cheating or stealing, whereas high scorers are unwilling to take advantage of other individuals or of society at large.

Question 22

The Greed Avoidance scale

Answer 22

H
assesses a tendency to be uninterested in possessing lavish wealth, luxury goods, and signs of high social status. Low scorers want to enjoy and to display wealth and privilege, whereas high scorers are not especially motivated by monetary or social-status considerations.

Question 23

The Modesty scale

Answer 23

H
assesses a tendency to be modest and unassuming. Low scorers consider themselves as superior and as entitled to privileges that others do not have, whereas high scorers view themselves as ordinary people without any claim to special treatment.

Question 24

The Fearfulness scale

Answer 24

E
assesses a tendency to experience fear. Low scorers feel little fear of injury and are relatively tough, brave, and insensitive to physical pain, whereas high scorers are strongly inclined to avoid physical harm.

Question 25

The Anxiety scale

Answer 25

E assesses a tendency to worry in a variety of contexts. Low scorers feel little stress in response to difficulties, whereas high scorers tend to become preoccupied even by relatively minor problems.

Question 26

The Dependence scale

Answer 26

E assesses one's need for emotional support from others. Low scorers feel self-assured and able to deal with problems without any help or advice, whereas high scorers want to share their difficulties with those who will provide encouragement and comfort.

Question 27

The Sentimentality scale

Answer 27

E assesses a tendency to feel strong emotional bonds with others. Low scorers feel little emotion when saying good-bye or in reaction to the concerns of others, whereas high scorers feel strong emotional attachments and an empathic sensitivity to the feelings of others.

Question 28

The Social Self-Esteem scale

Answer 28

X assesses a tendency to have positive self-regard, particularly in social contexts. High scorers are generally satisfied with themselves and consider themselves to have likable qualities, whereas low scorers tend to have a sense of personal worthlessness and to see themselves as unpopular.

Question 29

The Social Boldness

Answer 29

X scale assesses one's comfort or confidence within a variety of social situations. Low scorers feel shy or awkward in positions of leadership or when speaking in public, whereas high scorers are willing to approach strangers and are willing to speak up within group settings.

Question 30

The Sociability scale

Answer 30

X assesses a tendency to enjoy conversation, social interaction, and parties. Low scorers generally prefer solitary activities and do not seek out conversation, whereas high scorers enjoy talking, visiting, and celebrating with others.

Question 31

The Liveliness

Answer 31

X scale assesses one's typical enthusiasm and energy. Low scorers tend not to feel especially cheerful or dynamic, whereas high scorers usually experience a sense of optimism and high spirits.

Question 32

The Forgivingness scale

Answer 32

A assesses one's willingness to feel trust and liking toward those who may have caused one harm. Low scorers tend "hold a grudge" against those who have offended them, whereas high scorers are usually ready to trust others again and to re-establish friendly relations after having been treated badly.

Question 33

The Gentleness scale

Answer 33

A assesses a tendency to be mild and lenient in dealings with other people. Low scorers tend to be critical in their evaluations of others, whereas high scorers are reluctant to judge others harshly.

Question 34

The Flexibility scale

Answer 34

A assesses one's willingness to compromise and cooperate with others. Low scorers are seen as stubborn and are willing to argue, whereas high scorers avoid arguments and accommodate others' suggestions, even when these may be unreasonable.

Question 35

The Patience scale

Answer 35

A assesses a tendency to remain calm rather than to become angry. Low scorers tend to lose their tempers quickly, whereas high scorers have a high threshold for feeling or expressing anger.

Question 36

The Organization scale

Answer 36

C assesses a tendency to seek order, particularly in one's physical surroundings. Low scorers tend to be sloppy and haphazard, whereas high scorers keep things tidy and prefer a structured approach to tasks.

Question 37

The Diligence scale

Answer 37

C assesses a tendency to work hard. Low scorers have little self-discipline and are not strongly motivated to achieve, whereas high scorers have a strong "'work ethic" and are willing to exert themselves.

Question 38

The Perfectionism scale

Answer 38

C assesses a tendency to be thorough and concerned with details. Low scorers tolerate some errors in their work and tend to neglect details, whereas high scorers check carefully for mistakes and potential improvements.

Question 39

The Prudence scale

Answer 39

C assesses a tendency to deliberate carefully and to inhibit impulses. Low scorers act on impulse and tend not to consider consequences, whereas high scorers consider their options carefully and tend to be cautious and self-controlled.

Question 40

The Aesthetic Appreciation scale

Answer 40

O assesses one's enjoyment of beauty in art and in nature. Low scorers tend not to become absorbed in works of art or in natural wonders, whereas high scorers have a strong appreciation of various art forms and of natural wonders.

Question 41

The Inquisitiveness scale

Answer 41

O assesses a tendency to seek information about, and experience with, the natural and human world. Low scorers have little curiosity about the natural or social sciences, whereas high scorers read widely and are interested in travel.

Question 42

The Creativity scale

Answer 42

O assesses one's preference for innovation and experiment. Low scorers have little inclination for original thought, whereas high scorers actively seek new solutions to problems and express themselves in art.

Question 43

The Unconventionality scale

Answer 43

O assesses a tendency to accept the unusual. Low scorers avoid eccentric or nonconforming persons, whereas high scorers are receptive to ideas that might seem strange or radical.

Question 44

Wie unterscheiden sich das HEXACO, das Big-5 und das Five-Factor Model

Answer 44

- Unkorreliertheit von Big-5 und Hexaco - Korreliertheit von H-Faktor und Agreeableness des Five-Factor Modells - X, C, O gleich in Hexaco und Big5 - E und A dafür etwas unterschiedlich

Question 45

Gender Differences - Persönlichkeit

Answer 45

Women: - more agreeable - less emotionally stable - bit more H as well

Question 46

2 Items: H-factor

Answer 46

- I wouldn’t use flattery to get a raise or promotion at work, even if I thought it would succeed - Having a lot of money is not especially important to me

Question 47

2 Items: E-factor

Answer 47

- I would feel afraid if I had to travel in bad weather conditions - I sometimes can’t help worrying about little things

Question 48

2 Items: X-factor

Answer 48

- I feel reasonably satisfied with myself overall | - I prefer jobs that involve active social interaction to those that involve working alone

Question 49

2 Items: A-factor

Answer 49

- I tend to be lenient in judging other people | - I am usually quite flexible in my opinions when people disagree with me

Question 50

2 Items: C-factor

Answer 50

- I plan ahead and organize things, to avoid scrambling at the last minute - I often push myself very hard when trying to achieve a goal

Question 51

2 Items: O-factor

Answer 51

- I would enjoy creating a work of art, such as a novel, a song, or a painting - If I had the opportunity, I would like to attend a classical music concert

Question 52

Zusatzartikel: Welche Fragen wurden gestellt und wie wurden diese beantwortet:

Answer 52

Are Liars Less Forthcoming Than Truth Tellers? - erzählen kürzer und weniger detailliert Do Liars Tell Less Compelling Tales Than Truth Tellers? - weniger logisch strukturiert, nicht plausibel, ambivalent, verbal uncertainty Are Liars Less Positive and Pleasant Than Truth Tellers? - weniger kooperativ, äußern sich negativer Are Liars More Tense Than Truth Tellers? - Lügner sind angespannter, Pupillen weiten sich Do Lies Include Fewer Ordinary Imperfections and Unusual Contents Than Truths? - weniger spontane Korrekturen, weniger zugeben, das man sich nicht erinnern kann

Question 53

Was macht das Hexaco-Modell potentiell besser als die anderen beiden?

Answer 53

1. Es erfasst mehr Facetten: Facetten wie Fairness und Greed Avoidance werden bei keinem anderen Inventar erhoben 2. Hexaco kann deceptive behavior erfassen: H-Faktor war stark related mit sexual harrasment und work place deviance 3. Erreicht bessere "predicitive validity" Werte: Da die Facetten muteinbezogen werden (Domänen unterteilt in jeweils 4 Facetten)