Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Self and Personality

Question:

Aarushi was a friendly, outgoing and relaxed girl who could be described as fat, round and soft. According to Sheldon's typology, Aarushi falls under which category?

Options:

Ectomorphic

Mesomorphic

Phlegmatic

Endomorphic

Correct Answer:

Endomorphic

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Endomorphic

According to Sheldon's typology, Aarushi falls under the category of Endomorphic.

Explanation:

  • Endomorphic individuals are characterized by a soft, round body and a tendency to be sociable, friendly, and relaxed. They typically have a higher percentage of body fat.
  • Ectomorphic individuals are generally thin and fragile, with a lean physique.
  • Mesomorphic individuals are muscular and well-built, often described as athletic.
  • Phlegmatic is a temperament type, not directly related to Sheldon's body types. The Greek physician Hippocrates had proposed a typology of personality based on fluid or humour. He classified people into four types (i.e., sanguine, phlegmatic, melancholic and choleric); each characterised by specific behavioural features.