PSY 32012-2: Employee Selection and Performance Prediction
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What is a limitation of using references in predicting future employee success?

  • Applicants often choose references that would portray them in a positive light (correct)
  • The applicant is not allowed to see the reference before it is sent
  • The method used by the letter writer is more important than the actual content
  • The person writing the letter often knows the applicant very well
  • What is the primary limitation of ability tests in predicting future performance?

  • Lack of face validity
  • Difficulty in setting a passing score
  • Result in high levels of adverse impact
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a type of ability test?

  • Perceptual Ability
  • Emotional Intelligence (correct)
  • Cognitive Ability
  • Psychomotor Ability
  • What is a common requirement for jobs that require a certain level of education or training?

    <p>Minimum level of education or training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of job knowledge tests?

    <p>To measure an applicant's job-related knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a criticism of physical agility tests?

    <p>They are criticized due to job relatedness, passing scores, and the time at which they should be required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a reference check?

    <p>To confirm the accuracy of information provided by an applicant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential legal consequence of not checking an applicant's references?

    <p>Negligent hiring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a letter of recommendation typically used for?

    <p>To express an opinion about an applicant's ability and previous performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to check an applicant's references?

    <p>To all of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for using references and letters of recommendation?

    <p>To confirm the details on an applicant's resume and avoid resume fraud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a reference and a letter of recommendation?

    <p>A reference is oral, while a letter of recommendation is written</p> Signup and view all the answers

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