Definition

Noun: A proprietary name for a psychological assessment tool. Specifically, it refers to a self-report questionnaire designed to measure an individual's personality across 16 primary factors or dimensions. These factors were identified through statistical analysis (factor analysis) of a broad spectrum of human traits.

Usage

The term is used as a proper noun to refer to this specific psychological test. It is often preceded by the definite article "the." * The psychologist administered the 16 PF to the job candidates. * Her research utilized the 16 PF to assess personality correlates. * Scores on the 16 PF provide a profile across 16 different scales.

Advanced Usage

• The test is formally known as the 16 Personality Factor Questionnaire (16PF Questionnaire). The abbreviation "16 PF" is commonly used in professional and academic contexts.
• It is used in various settings including clinical psychology, career counseling, organizational development, and research.

Variants and Related Words

• 16PF Questionnaire: The full name of the assessment.
• Personality inventory: A general term for a test like the 16 PF.
• Factor analysis: The statistical method used to derive the 16 factors.

Synonyms

• Personality assessment
• Psychometric test
• Trait measure

Notes

• "16 PF" is a registered trademark. The number 16 refers to the number of primary personality factors the test measures.
• It is distinct from other personality models, such as the Five-Factor Model (often called the "Big Five").

Noun

1. a self-report personality inventory developed by Raymond B. Cattell to measure the 16 personality dimensions that emerged from his factor analysis of a wide range of traits