Sixteen Personality Factor Questtionaire (16PF)

Question 1

What does the 16PF measure?

Answer 1

Standardised self-report measure that assesses a broad range of personality factors.

Question 2

What is the 16PF used for?

Answer 2

Identifying vocational and occupational preferences and suitability.

Question 3

16PF contains how many questions?

Answer 3

185 multiple choice

Question 4

What are the 16 scales of the 16PF?

Answer 4

Warmth
Reasoning
Emotional stability
Dominance
Liveliness
Rule-Consciousness
Social Boldness
Sensitivity
Vigilance
Abstractedness
Privateness
Apprehension
Openness to change
Self-reliance
Perfectionism
Tension

Also social desirability through impression management.

Question 5

What are the 5 global personality factors?

Answer 5

Extraversion
Anxiety
Tough-mindedness
Independence
Self-control

Question 6

Age range of 16PF?

Answer 6

Over 16 years

Question 7

How long does it take to administer the 16PF?

Answer 7

Electronic = 25-35 mins
Hand = 35-50 mins