Personality and the Big 5 Te staf of a medium-size ICT-company is spending a weekend of survival activities in France. Te frst assignment for the teams is to go rafting on a large foat. John is an outgoing, social character, quick to take charge. Jerry is quiet, reserved, helpful and friendly, and keeps his eye frmly on the ball. Abby is talkative, restless, and masks her fear by cracking jokes. Chris is adventurous and creative. As far as she is concerned, the faster and the more thrilling the ride, the better. Eventually, the team manages a very good performance.

a Does that have to do with the combination of their personalities and abilities?

b Characterise the four individuals using the fve dimensions of the Big Five.