Which of the following descriptions best characterizes the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator?
A) It is a short version of a questionnaire that assesses the Big Five personality traits.
B) It is a long questionnaire, often used in cross-cultural contexts, that tests how individuals rate on dozens of personality characteristics.
C) It is a short questionnaire that tests whether individuals are well adjusted, maladjusted overcontrolling, or maladjusted undercontrolling.
D) It is a long questionnaire, often used by corporations to assess potential employees, that tests which of two opposing tendencies characterizes an individual.

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The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a widely used personality assessment tool in corporate settings, designed to categorize individuals into one of 16 personality types based on their preferences in four dichotomies. It is known for its length and its application in understanding employee personalities and improving team dynamics, rather than assessing adjustment levels or the Big Five personality traits.

Which of the Following Descriptions Best Characterizes the Myers-Briggs Type