This study investigated individual differences in solving Dunker's Box Problem and Witkin's embedded figures problems in relation to Jungian personality types. Differential predictions for problem-solving performance were made for four personality types based on the conceptual framework of Jungian typology and the type of problems used. As predicted, the typological grouping differentiated the performance patterns in various problem tasks. No significant effect was found for sex or the interaction of sex and personality types in any of the performance measures.
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