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Understanding Factor Combinations Flashcards

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  1. A person scores high on Factor A (Dominance) and low on Factor B (Extraversion). Which work style best describes this combination?

    Answer: Independently driven and task-focused leader

    High A/low B individuals are assertive and goal-driven but prefer to work independently rather than through social engagement.

  2. Which factor combination is most associated with the PI 'Maverick' reference profile?

    Answer: High A, high B, low C, low D

    Mavericks are highly dominant and extraverted with low patience and formality, making them bold, fast-moving risk-takers.

  3. An employee is high on Factor C (Patience) and high on Factor D (Formality). What type of work environment will they most likely thrive in?

    Answer: Structured environments with clear procedures and steady routines

    High C/high D individuals excel in stable, rule-driven environments where consistency and precision are valued.

  4. In the Predictive Index, a 'Craftsman' profile is characterized by which combination?

    Answer: Low A, low B, high C, high D

    Craftsmen are steady, precise, and reserved — defined by low dominance and extraversion paired with high patience and formality.

  5. How does a high Factor A combined with high Factor D (Formality) typically influence a manager's leadership style?

    Answer: They lead assertively while enforcing rules and high standards

    High A/high D managers combine assertiveness with a strong need for order, resulting in demanding, standards-driven leadership.

  6. Which factor combination best predicts strong performance in a role requiring both persuasion and rapid decision-making?

    Answer: High A and high B

    High dominance (A) drives decisive action while high extraversion (B) fuels the persuasion and social confidence needed to influence others.

  7. A team member has low Factor C (Patience) and low Factor D (Formality). How might this affect their approach to project timelines?

    Answer: They may rush through tasks and resist detailed process documentation

    Low C/low D individuals are impatient with slow processes and resistant to formal structure, often preferring to move fast and improvise.