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The 16 types

INTPThe objective analyst

of the population
4.8%
of men
5.8%
of women
4.0%

INTP preferences

  • IntroversionGets energy from the inner world of ideas and reflection
  • IntuitionPrefers to take in patterns and possibilities
  • ThinkingPrefers to decide with logic and consistency
  • PerceivingPrefers a flexible, open approach to life
A word portrait of the INTP type, in words people with this type often use for themselves, such as analytical, conceptual, logical, quiet.A word portrait of the INTP type, in words people with this type often use for themselves, such as analytical, conceptual, logical, quiet.

INTP at a glance

People with INTP preferences are quiet, thoughtful, and analytical. They tend to put a great deal of consideration into everything they do.

INTPs are generally easygoing and genuine. They might seem to “zone out” from time to time while they consider new concepts or explore how something works. They are often happiest laying low and working hard behind the scenes. While they may seem impersonal with people they don’t know well, they like to have a close group of people they open up to.

Interesting facts about INTPs

People with INTP preferences are naturally adept at building structural models or coming up with new concepts for solving problems. They tend to see the world as a system that can be analyzed, and this is how they approach just about everything in life.

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