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Optimist Pessimist Realist Outlook Test (OPR-18)

The OPR Outlook Test was developed to measure individual differences in optimism, pessimism, and realism. The assessment integrates findings from research on generalized optimism, pessimism, expectancy beliefs, and realistic thinking.

The structure and response format were influenced by the Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R), the Optimism/Pessimism Scale (OPS), and research examining optimism, pessimism, and realism in situational contexts.

The assessment was designed using a multidimensional framework to evaluate positive expectations, negative expectations, and objective reality-based thinking as separate but related outlook styles.

Participants rate their agreement with eighteen statements describing typical thoughts, expectations, and interpretations of life situations.

Responses are scored on a 5-point agreement scale ranging from 0 (Strongly Disagree) to 4 (Strongly Agree).

The assessment contains three dimensions:

Optimist (6 items)
Pessimist (6 items)
Realist (6 items)

No reverse-scored items are used.

Dimension Score Ranges:

Optimist: 0–24
Pessimist: 0–24
Realist: 0–24

Percentage Score:

Percentage Score = (Raw Score ÷ Maximum Possible Score) × 100

Higher scores indicate stronger endorsement of the measured outlook style.

I usually expect things to turn out well.

I often expect the worst to happen.

I focus on facts, not hopes or fears.

I focus on solutions, not problems.

I don’t trust people easily.

I notice what’s actually happening, not what I hope.

I usually see the bright side in setbacks.

I often prepare for problems that never happen.

I stay neutral and see things as they are.

I focus on opportunities rather than obstacles.

I worry about failure even when prepared.

I weigh pros and cons before deciding.

I expect good things to happen daily.

I focus on risks more than rewards.

I adjust expectations based on what’s real.

I believe problems are temporary and solvable.

I expect situations to stay bad without help.

I act according to real results, not fear or wishful thinking.