16PF Fifth Edition

Basic Interpretive Report (BIR)

Name: Mark Sample

Date: January 02, 2002

This report is to be used in conjunction with professional judgment. The statements

it contains should be viewed as hypotheses to be validated against other sources of
data such as interviews, biographical data, and other assessment results. All
information in the report is confidential and should be treated responsibly. The 16PF
Fifth Edition Administrator's Manual contains background information and detailed
explanation about this report.

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Profile

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

Norms: Combined-Sex
RESPONSE STYLE INDICES
Index
Impression Management
Infrequency
Acquiescence

Raw
Score
14
0
56

within expected range

within expected range
within expected range

All response style indices are within the normal range.

Global Factors
Sten Factor
7
5
5
6
4

Extraversion
Anxiety
Tough-Mindedness
Independence
Self-Control

Left Meaning

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Introverted
Low Anxiety
Receptive
Accommodating
Unrestrained

5
5
4
low

Extraverted
High Anxiety
Tough-Minded
Independent
Self-Controlled

7
6

average

high

16PF Profile
Sten Factor
5
8
5
5
8
4
6
5
3
6
5
6
8
2
5
5

Warmth (A)
Reasoning (B)
Emotional Stability (C)
Dominance (E)
Liveliness (F)
Rule-Consciousness (G)
Social Boldness (H)
Sensitivity (I)
Vigilance (L)
Abstractedness (M)
Privateness (N)
Apprehension (O)
Openness to Change (Q1)
Self-Reliance (Q2)
Perfectionism (Q3)
Tension (Q4)

Left Meaning
Reserved
Concrete
Reactive
Deferential
Serious
Expedient
Shy
Utilitarian
Trusting
Grounded
Forthright
Self-Assured
Traditional
Group-Oriented
Tolerates Disorder
Relaxed

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning
5
5
5
4
3

5
2

low

Warm
Abstract
Emotionally Stable
Dominant
Lively
Rule-Conscious
Socially Bold
Sensitive
Vigilant
Abstracted
Private
Apprehensive
Open to Change
Self-Reliant
Perfectionistic
Tense

8
8
6
6
6

5
5
average

high

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Global Factors

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

For each profile below, several 16 primary scales combine to determine the global factor score.
Sometimes a low score on a primary scale contributes to a high score on a global factor, and vice-versa.
Occasionally, a primary scale score does not fall in the direction expected, based upon the overall global
factor score. These unusual factor combinations or conflicting scores can be revealing; it may be useful
to explore the ways in which the test-taker's behavior reflects such combinations.
Extraversion
Sten Factor
7

Extraversion

5
8
6
5
2

Warmth (A)
Liveliness (F)
Social Boldness (H)
Privateness (N)
Self-Reliance (Q2)

Left Meaning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Introverted

Extraverted

Reserved
Serious
Shy
Forthright
Group-Oriented

Warm
Lively
Socially Bold
Private
Self-Reliant
low

average

high

Extraversion is high-average. Mr. Sample is socially participative and probably enjoys activities
involving others. His attention is generally directed toward other people.
- His style of expression is often enthusiastic and playful. He may prefer a lively or active social
environment.
- Mr. Sample prefers to do things and make plans with others. Additionally, he may avoid situations that
require working alone.
Self-Control
Sten Factor
4

Self-Control

8
4
6
5

Liveliness (F)
Rule-Consciousness (G)
Abstractedness (M)
Perfectionism (Q3)

Left Meaning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Unrestrained

Self-Controlled

Serious
Expedient
Grounded
Tolerates Disorder

Lively
Rule-Conscious
Abstracted
Perfectionistic
low

average

high

Self-Control is low-average. Mr. Sample tends to be unrestrained and flexible. At times, Mr. Sample
may get caught up in his own wants and ideas, which may outweigh consideration for practicalities or for
other people's needs.
- His social demeanor tends to be exuberant, uninhibited and spontaneous.
- There is a tendency to be expedient or to have nonconventional values.

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Global Factors

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002
Anxiety

Sten Factor

Left Meaning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Anxiety

Low Anxiety

High Anxiety

5
3
6
5

Emotional Stability (C)

Vigilance (L)
Apprehension (O)
Tension (Q4)

Reactive
Trusting
Self-Assured
Relaxed

Emotionally Stable
Vigilant
Apprehensive
Tense
low

average

high

At the present time, Mr. Sample presents himself as no more or less anxious than most people.
- He readily trusts other people. Because he is so accepting of others, he may not think to examine the
motivation(s) behind their actions or behaviors.
Tough-Mindedness
Sten Factor
5

Tough-Mindedness

5
5
6
8

Warmth (A)
Sensitivity (I)
Abstractedness (M)
Openness to Change (Q1)

Left Meaning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Receptive

Tough-Minded

Reserved
Utilitarian
Grounded
Traditional

Warm
Sensitive
Abstracted
Open to Change
low

average

high

Tough-Mindedness is average. Generally, Mr. Sample tends to balance toughness with sympathy,
resoluteness with receptivity. He may at times adhere to his current way of thinking, while at other times
he may be open to new approaches and experiences.
- He is open to change and enjoys pursuing new ideas, opinions, and experiences.

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Global Factors

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002
Independence

Sten Factor
6

Independence

5
6
3
8

Dominance (E)
Social Boldness (H)
Vigilance (L)
Openness to Change (Q1)

Left Meaning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Right Meaning

Accommodating

Independent

Deferential
Shy
Trusting
Traditional

Dominant
Socially Bold
Vigilant
Open to Change
low

average

high

Independence is average. Mr. Sample's lifestyle is balanced between the need to exert his will and
control his environment versus a willingness to accommodate others' wishes and adapt to his
environment.
- Vigilance does not appear to shape his stance on influencing or persuading others. He tends to trust
other people's motivations rather than to question them. His acceptance of others may border on
naivete.
- He is experimenting and has an inquiring, critical mind. He tends to question traditional methods and
to press for new approaches.

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Criterion Scores

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

The following scores are predictions based upon empirical research with the 16PF Fifth Edition and other
criterion measures. This research is discussed in the 16PF Fifth Edition Administrator's Manual.
Self-Esteem and Adjustment
This individual's self-esteem is typical of most adults. Although often self-assured and confident, there
are other times when he may question his competence and feel insecure. Self-Esteem is average (5).
The degree of emotional stability shown by Mr. Sample is typical of most adults. That is, most of the
time he tends to be calm and relaxed, but in demanding situations, he may be reactive or upset. Emotional
Adjustment is average (5).
Mr. Sample may feel at ease in most social situations. He may participate socially but may not go out of
his way to initiate interactions. Social Adjustment is average (6).
Social Skills
The following six scales pertain to the ways in which information is communicated in social
environments. The scales are broadly divided into two categories: nonverbal communication (Emotional
Scales) and verbal communication (Social Scales). Within each category, communication skills are
discussed at three more specific levels: the ability to send information (Expressivity), to receive and
interpret messages (Sensitivity), and to control information (Control). Although a person may be more or
less skilled in certain areas, overall social competence is reflected in a general balance among the six
scales below.
Like most adults, Mr. Sample often may be effective at conveying his feelings, including via use of
emotional cues. At other times, he may be less able to express himself to others. Emotional Expressivity
is average (6).
Mr. Sample's ability to interpret other people's emotional cues is typical of most adults. That is, at times
he may be somewhat observant of the behaviors and interactions of other people. There may also be
occasions when he does not attend to someone else's feelings. Emotional Sensitivity is average (6).
At times, Mr. Sample may accommodate his emotional displays according to the given situation. At other
times, he may be unable to suppress a strongly-felt emotion. Emotional Control is average (6).
This person is probably outgoing and articulate, and would often make a good first impression. He may
feel comfortable with verbal discourse and could probably join in most discussions with relative ease.
Social Expressivity is high-average (7).
Mr. Sample shows moderate consideration of appropriate social presentation and behavior, yet is not
overly concerned with other people's perceptions and reactions. Social Sensitivity is average (5).
This individual is likely to present himself well in most social situations. He may consider the
appropriateness of when to speak up and when to withhold comment, according to the demands of a given
situation. Social Control is high-average (7).
Mr. Sample is usually able to understand other people's feelings and points of view. At times, others may
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Criterion Scores

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

seek him out for sympathy and support. Empathy is high-average (7).
Leadership and Creativity
In a group of peers, potential for leadership is predicted to be above average (7). He is likely to possess
the social presence and self-assertion that characterize effective leaders.
At the client's own level of abilities, potential for creative functioning is predicted to be average (6).
Mr. Sample shows characteristics somewhat similar to persons who invest a lot of time producing novel
or original works. Should this individual choose to pursue creative endeavors, his rate of output is
predicted to be above average (7).

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Vocational Activities

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

Vocational Activities
Different occupational interests have been found to be associated with personality qualities. The
following section compares Mr. Sample's personality to these known associations. The information
below indicates the degree of similarity between Mr. Sample's personality characteristics and each of the
six Holland Occupational Types (Self Directed Search; Holland, 1985). Those occupational areas for
which Mr. Sample's personality profile shows the highest degree of similarity are described in greater
detail. Descriptions are based on item content of the Self Directed Search as well as the personality
predictions of the Holland types as measured by the 16PF.
Remember that this information is intended to expand Mr. Sample's range of career options rather than to
narrow them. All comparisons should be considered with respect to other relevant information about Mr.
Sample, particularly his interests, abilities, and other personal resources.
Holland Themes
Sten
8
7
7
5
5
5

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Investigative
Realistic
Artistic
Social
Enterprising
Conventional

Investigative = 8
Mr. Sample shows personality characteristics similar to Investigative persons. Such persons typically
have good reasoning ability and enjoy the challenge of problem-solving. They tend to have critical
minds, are curious, and are open to new ideas and solutions. Investigative persons tend to be reserved
and somewhat impersonal; they may prefer working independently. They tend to be concerned with the
function and purpose of materials rather than aesthetic principles. Mr. Sample may enjoy working with
ideas and theories, especially in the scientific realm. It may be worthwhile to explore whether Mr.
Sample enjoys doing research, reading technical articles, or solving challenging problems.
Occupational Fields: Science
Math
Research
Medicine and Health
Computer Science
Realistic = 7
Mr. Sample shows personality characteristics similar to Realistic persons. Persons who score high on this
theme indicate a preference for physical activity and for working with tools and machinery. They tend to
be reserved and somewhat aloof with others and may not like extensive social interaction. Activities
which can be pursued independently may be more to their liking. Realistic persons show interest in the
function and purpose of objects. They are also self-assured and tend not to worry about what others
think. Many Realistic persons indicate a proclivity for activities such as repairing electronic, mechanical,
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Vocational Activities

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

or automotive products, or a willingness to take coursework in those areas. It may be worthwhile to

explore whether Mr. Sample's interests include activities involving physical exertion, knowledge of
mechanical principles, or manual dexterity.
Occupational Fields: Machine Trades
Skilled Trades
Protective Service
Outdoor Occupations
Construction Work
Artistic = 7
Mr. Sample shows personality characteristics similar to Artistic persons, who are self-expressive,
typically through a particular mode such as art, music, design, writing, acting, composing, etc. Like
Artistic persons, Mr. Sample may be venturesome and open to different views and experiences.
Sometimes he may be preoccupied with thoughts and ideas, which may relate to the overall creative
process. He may do his best work in an unstructured, flexible environment. It may be worthwhile to
explore whether Mr. Sample appreciates aesthetics and possesses artistic, design, or musical talents.
Occupational Fields: Art
Music
Design
Theater
Writing
Degree of compatibility between top two themes:
The first two themes are highly compatible, and jobs that involve both areas should be common.

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Item Summary

Mark Sample
January 02, 2002

This page of 16PF scores is intended for qualified professionals only.

Data on this page should be treated with utmost confidentiality.
Item Responses

1. c
2. a

31.
32.
33.
34.

a
c
a
a

63.
64.
65.
66.

c
c
a
c

95.
96.
97.
98.

a
a
a
a

127.
128.
129.
130.

a
a
a
a

159.
160.
161.
162.

a
a
c
a

3.
4.
5.
6.

a
c
c
a

35.
36.
37.
38.

c
a
c
c

67.
68.
69.
70.

a
a
c
c

99.
100.
101.
102.

a
a
c
c

131.
132.
133.
134.

c
a
a
a

163.
164.
165.
166.

c
a
a
c

7.
8.
9.
10.

b
a
a
a

39.
40.
41.
42.

a
a
c
c

71.
72.
73.
74.

c
a
a
a

103.
104.
105.
106.

c
a
c
c

135.
136.
137.
138.

c
a
a
a

167.
168.
169.
170.

c
a
a
a

11.
12.
13.
14.

c
c
c
c

43.
44.
45.
46.

c
a
c
c

75.
76.
77.
78.

a
c
c
c

107.
108.
109.
110.

c
a
a
c

139.
140.
141.
142.

a
c
c
c

171. a
172. c
173. a

15.
16.
17.
18.

a
a
a
c

47.
48.
49.
50.

c
c
c
a

79.
80.
81.
82.

a
a
c
c

111.
112.
113.
114.

a
c
c
a

143.
144.
145.
146.

c
c
c
a

174.
175.
176.
177.

a
c
a
a

19.
20.
21.
22.

c
c
c
a

51.
52.
53.
54.

a
c
a
a

83.
84.
85.
86.

a
a
c
c

115.
116.
117.
118.

a
c
a
a

147.
148.
149.
150.

c
a
a
a

178.
179.
180.
181.

c
c
c
b

23.
24.
25.
26.

a
c
a
a

55.
56.
57.
58.

c
a
c
c

87.
88.
89.
90.

c
c
c
c

119.
120.
121.
122.

c
c
c
a

151.
152.
153.
154.

c
c
c
c

182.
183.
184.
185.

b
b
b
b

27.
28.
29.
30.

c
c
a
a

59.
60.
61.
62.

c
a
c
a

91.
92.
93.
94.

a
a
a
a

123.
124.
125.
126.

a
a
a
a

155.
156.
157.
158.

a
a
c
a

Summary Statistics:
# a-responses = 89 out of 170 (52%)
# b-responses = 1 out of 170 (1%)
# c-responses = 80 out of 170 (47%)
# missing responses = 0 out of 185 (0%)
Factor
A B C E F G H I L M N O Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 IM IN AC
Raw Scores 14 14 16 14 18 11 16 12 4 10 8 14 24 0 10 8 14 0 56
Missing Items 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
This report was processed using 16PF Fifth Edition Questionnaire combined-sex norms. OSV: 5.2

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