Exam 6: Predictors

Discuss the main differences between speed and power tests. Describe a situation where it is preferable to use a speed test rather than a power test, and explain the reasons for choosing that particular test.

What are realistic job previews (RJPs)? What is their role in personnel selection?

An applicant for a customer service job completed a questionnaire in which the following questions were among those asked: "To what extent would your friends describe you as sympathetic?" and "When you feel strongly about something, how easily can you persuade others to see your point of view?" From these questions, which test did the applicant take?

The Biodata Handbook indicates that validity coefficients for biodata range between:

Tests that require the manipulation of an object or a piece of equipment and include demonstration of manual dexterity and psychomotor skills are referred to as:

The Wonderlic Personnel Test is an example of a _____, whereas the Minnesota Clerical Test is an example of a _____.

Devraj administers the Wonderlic, a test that is intended to assess someone's overall capacity to learn. This test is known as a:

Some researchers are looking for other predictors to help account for a greater percentage of criterion variance than what is accounted for by general cognitive ability. Their goal is to demonstrate:

The purpose of administering an in-basket as part of an assessment center is to:

One issue with some of the evidence linking integrity tests to relevant performance criteria is that:

During an assessment center, an applicant receives a scenario in which he is asked to take on the role of a manager. He receives a number of emails, memos, and scheduling requests from his subordinates and is asked to respond to these items. What assessment center exercise is MOST LIKELY being described here?

Provide an example of an illegal interview question. Why is it illegal? What might be a way to reword the question to make it more appropriate?

An individual with high emotional intelligence can not only understand the emotions of others, but can also:

When Josie applies for the job of store cashier, she is given a test that involves answering 150 simple addition and subtraction items. She is told to answer as many of the questions as she can in 10 minutes. The type of test that Josie is taking is a:

Which of these is typically part of a leaderless group discussion?

The most appropriate first step in selecting or developing predictors is:

Jerika has to choose among four different ability tests. Of these options, which one represents the BEST choice?

Which personality predictors have received the most research attention and are reported to be the BEST predictors of job performance?

Items such as "I am always prepared" and "I pay attention to details" MOST LIKELY measure which Big 5 personality trait?

Compare and contrast an application blank and biodata. How can they both be defended as valid predictors of on-the-job performance?