Which trait is measured by how trusting and helpful a person is towards others?

• A. Agreeableness
• B. Neuroticism
• C. Openness to experience
• D. Conscientiousness

Answer: (A)

Agreeableness measures how trusting and helpful a person is toward others. In the Big Five trait model, it captures warmth, cooperativeness, empathy, and a preference for social harmony. Someone high in Agreeableness tends to trust others and act in a cooperative, supportive way, valuing helping others and getting along. The other traits describe different aspects: Neuroticism involves emotional instability, Openness to experience relates to curiosity and openness to new ideas, and Conscientiousness concerns reliability and self-discipline. Since being trusting and helpful aligns most directly with warmth and cooperation, this trait is the best fit.