Introvert vs Extrovert Differences — Previous Year Questions
📊 Topic Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 4 (1.8%) |
| Priority | 🟢 LOW — Section B and C only |
📝 Answer — Section C (100 words / 3 marks)
Q. Differences between Introverts and Extroverts. (short note, 3 marks)
Asked in: 2024-Jun C12, 2022-Jun C12, 2019-Jun C12
Introvert vs Extrovert (Eysenck)
| Dimension | Introvert | Extravert |
|---|---|---|
| Social behaviour | Reserved, prefers solitude | Sociable, seeks company |
| Arousal | High baseline cortical arousal | Low baseline cortical arousal |
| Stimulation preference | Avoids intense stimulation | Seeks intense stimulation |
| Conditionability | Conditions more easily | Conditions less easily |
| Occupational style | Works well alone; reflective | Works well with others; action-oriented |
| Risk-taking | Cautious | Sensation-seeking |
Neurophysiological basis: Introverts have higher ARAS-mediated cortical arousal and consequently seek quieter environments. Extraverts have lower cortical arousal and seek external stimulation to reach their optimal arousal level.
💡 Exam Tips
- This is always a Section C short note — the table format efficiently covers the 100-word limit.
- Mention Eysenck and cortical arousal for full marks.