The Geometric Relationship Between Holland's Personality Typology and the Vocational Preference Inventory.

Wakefield, James A., Jr.; Doughtie, Eugene B.

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Publication Date: 1973

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The Geometric Relationship Between Holland's Personality Typology and the Vocational Preference Inventory

Wakefield, James A., Jr.; Doughtie, Eugene B.

Journal of Counseling Psychology, 20, 6, 513-518, Nov 73

Holland's Vocational Preference Inventory was administered to 373 undergraduates. The 11 scales of the inventory were intercorrelated and factor analyzed. Six common factors were obtained. The placement of the six personality types in six-dimensional space by factor analysis corresponded closely to Holland's model. (Author)

Descriptors: Factor Analysis, Individual Characteristics, Personality Measures, Personality Studies, Personality Theories, Vocational Aptitude, Vocational Interests

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