Although significant correlations were obtained between the Marlowe-Crowne Social Desirability scale and Rotter's scale, the relationship was not consistent throughout the range of Locus of Control scale scores. Significant differences were found among Marlowe-Crowne scores when separated according to high, low, or medium Locus of Control scale score subgroups.
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