In the context of McCrae and Costa's Five-Factor Model,the characteristic traits of the factor of openness is:

A) careful,reliable,hardworking,and organized.
B) sociable,talkative,fun-loving,and affectionate.
C) worried,insecure,nervous,and highly strung.
D) original,independent,creative,and daring.

Five-Factor Model

A widely accepted framework in personality psychology that identifies five key dimensions of human personality: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Openness

A personality trait characterized by an individual's willingness to try new activities, be creative, and think outside the box.

Creative

The ability or power to generate new ideas, concepts, or processes that are often considered unique or innovative.