To identify a relatively small number of the most basic personality traits, trait theorists have useda. free association b. factor analysis c. projective tests d. social cognitive theory e. the MMPI

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Answer:

Factor analysis

Explanation:

Factor analysis refers to the act of analyzing whether different variables have proper influence/correlations in a certain type of situation. People's personalities tend to be influenced by a lot of factors (such as genetics, environmental, social, etc.) Because of this, it is important for trait theorists to  use factor analysis in order to truly measure the personalities.