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Below are statements people often use to describe themselves. Please indicate the degree to which these statements accurately describe you. There are no right or wrong answers.
1. I view challenging situations as an opportunity to grow and learn.
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2. Thinking about solutions to difficult conceptual problems can keep me awake at night.
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3. The smallest doubt can stop me from seeking out new experiences.
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4. I like to learn about the habits of others.
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5. The anxiety of doing something new makes me feel excited and alive.
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6. I am always looking for experiences that challenge how I think about myself and the world.
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7. I can spend hours on a single problem because I just can't rest without knowing the answer.
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8. I cannot handle the stress that comes from entering uncertain situations.
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9. I like finding out why people behave the way they do.
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10. Risk-taking is exciting to me.
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11. I seek out situations where it is likely that I will have to think in depth about something.
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12. I feel frustrated if I can't figure out the solution to a problem, so I work even harder to solve it.
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13. I find it hard to explore new places when I lack confidence in my abilities.
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14. When other people are having a conversation, I like to find out what it's about.
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15. When I have free time, I want to do things that are a little scary.
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16. I enjoy learning about subjects that are unfamiliar to me.
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17. I work relentlessly at problems that I feel must be solved.
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18. I cannot function well if I am unsure whether a new experience is safe.
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19. When around other people, I like listening to their conversations.
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20. Creating an adventure as I go is much more appealing than a planned adventure.
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21. I find it fascinating to learn new information.
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22. It frustrates me not having all the information I need.
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23. It is difficult to concentrate when there is a possibility that I will be taken by surprise.
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24. When people argue, I like to know what's going on.
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25. I prefer friends who are excitingly unpredictable.
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