Which statement best captures the distinction between temperament and personality?

• A. Temperament is biologically based, early-emerging traits; personality is the broader pattern of behaviors and cognitions developed over time.
• B. Temperament refers to learned behaviors after adolescence; personality is purely genetic.
• C. Temperament and personality are the same construct.
• D. Temperament is a measure of cognitive ability; personality is mood.

Answer: (C)