What is the Mach test?
What is the Mach test? The test, which comes from the 1970 book "Studies in Machiavellianism" by social psychologists Richard Christie and Florence Geis, asks how much you agree with statements like: Never tell anyone the real reason you did something, unless it is useful to do so. It is wise to flatter important people. What is a high Mach person? High-Mach individuals are characterized by a specific constellation of characteristics which can be summarized by (a) a strong goal focus and (b) the willingness to use all possible means to achieve their goals. High-Machs show a strong goal focus...