Sean goes to a graphologist, whose analysis of Sean's handwriting indicates that he is introverted. Sean concludes that as an introvert he should not join a social group because he will not likely enjoy it. What is the BEST analysis of Sean's decision?
A) The graphologist is using a valid cue, so Sean can trust the analysis to provide him with useful information.
B) Sean may be making a good decision, but he should corroborate the analysis with an analysis from another graphologist.
C) Sean should not use the handwriting analysis from the graphologist to make a decision, because research has shown that the idea that graphology works is a misconception.
D) Because graphology has been shown to lead to reliable and valid personality judgments, Sean is making a good decision.

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The idea that graphology works is a misconception, and research has shown that it is not a reliable or valid method for determining personality traits. Therefore, Sean should not base his decision solely on the analysis of the graphologist. He should instead use other methods of assessing whether or not he would enjoy joining a social group.

Sean Goes to a Graphologist, Whose Analysis of Sean's Handwriting