The likable person test essentially tells you how easy you are to get along with and why.

Here, learn what the likability factors are.

You may then wonder,Why arent they coming toward me?

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And while Dr. Reysen has no involvement with the test, hedoeshave some thoughts about its merits.

Second, he suggests you dont overthink your responses when youre taking it.

Anytime Im doing research with the general public, I always just say, Go with your gut.

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Stephen Reysen, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Psychology & Special Education at Texas A&M University, Commerce.

The first reaction that you have to anything, just go with that, he says.

In general, these researchers viewed likability as a unidimensional construct.

So, whats the best way to determine how likable you are based on these results?

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With that in mind, kep reading to learn more about each of the likability components.

What each of the 7 factors of the Likable Person Test mean

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We definitely like people who are funny, says Dr. Reysen.

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They make us happy [through laughter].

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Happiness

This facet of the Likable Person Test goes a little deeper than someone whos always smiling.

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Stephen Reysen, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Psychology & Special Education at Texas A&M University, Commerce.

Because they are happy with who they are, there isnt a need to prove themselves.

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